Exuperius of Bayeux
Exuperius of Bayeux ( French Spire or Soupir , Soupierre ; Breton Ispar , Dispar or Thois ; † around 405) is considered the first bishop of Bayeux in northern France . In some traditions, however, he is referred to as a disciple of St. Pope Clement of Rome († around 100) viewed. His feast day is August 1st.
Vita
A few miraculous reports of the healing of the sick and the casting out of devils by Exuperius have survived; However, nothing is known of any martyrdom suffered .
Adoration
Exuperius was worshiped by the people early on. During the time of the Viking raids (8th / 9th centuries) his bones were brought to Corbeil (south of Paris); the Saint-Spire cathedral there bears its patronage .
See also
Web links
Commons : Images of various saints named Exuperius - collection of images, videos and audio files
- Exuperius of Bayeux Ecumenical Lexicon of Saints
- Exuperius of Bayeux Catholic Saints Online
- Exuperius of Bayeux Santi Beati (Italian)
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Exuperius of Bayeux |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Exupère (French); Supèri (French); Spire (French) |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | French bishop |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 4th century |
| DATE OF DEATH | at 405 |
| Place of death | Bayeux , France |