Felicianus of Foligno
Felicianus von Foligno (* 160 in Foligno ; † January 24, 249 ibid) was Bishop of Foligno (193–249) and a martyr . He is considered the apostle of Umbria .
Felicianus is venerated as the patron saint of Foligno, where, according to tradition, he was bishop for 56 years and was martyred under Emperor Decius at the age of 89. There is a solemn procession in his honor every year on January 24th.
Web links
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- Felicianus von Foligno in the Ecumenical Lexicon of Saints
- San Feliciano di Foligno (santiebeati.it, Italian)
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Bishop of Foligno 193–249 |
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SURNAME | Felicianus of Foligno |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Bishop and martyr |
DATE OF BIRTH | 160 |
PLACE OF BIRTH | Foligno |
DATE OF DEATH | January 24, 249 |
Place of death | Foligno |