Saint Calepodius
Saint Calepodius (died c. 222 AD in Rome) was a Roman priest martyred during the reign of the Emperor Alexander Severus. His body was thrown into the Tiber River by his persecutors but was later recovered. He is venerated as a martyr. His feast day is May 10.
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| Saint Calepodius | |
|---|---|
| Feast Day | May 10 |
| Profession | Roman priest; martyr |
| Rel. Affiliation | Roman Catholic Church |
| Attributes | Palm of martyrdom; Roman dress |
| Birthplace | Rome, Italy (probable) |
| Death Place | Rome, Italy |
| Cause of Death | Martyrdom; beheaded; body thrown into the Tiber |
| Liturgical Class | Not included (universal calendar) |
| Historic Class | Not included |
Biography
Saint Calepodius was a priest of Rome martyred around 222 AD during the reign of Alexander Severus. According to the Roman Martyrology, he was seized and beheaded, and his body was thrown into the Tiber River. Pope Calixtus I, martyred around the same time, is said to have been thrown into a well. The bodies of both were later recovered by Christians and given honorable burial. Calepodius is commemorated on May 10.
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Birth location: Rome, Italy (probable)
Death location: Rome, Italy
Notable location: Site of his ministry and martyrdom (Rome, Italy)
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Saint Calepodius is venerated in the Roman Catholic Church with a feast day on May 10.
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