Antoninus of Rome
Antoninus (died 186) was a public executioner in Rome. It is believed that during the trial of St Eusebius he had a vision and converted to Christianity. The proclamation of faith cost him his life and he was beheaded in 186. His feast day is 22 August.[1]
Saint Antoninus | |
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Martyr | |
Died | 186 |
Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church |
Canonized | Pre-congregation |
Feast | 22 August |
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