Nicasius of Reims
Nicasius of Reims († 407 or 451) was bishop of Reims from 400 until his death . He is next to Remigius (Saint-Remi † 533) the most important saint of the city and belongs to the group of cephalophores ("head wearers").
Vita
About the life and deeds of St. Nicasius is little known; However, he was the client of the previous building of today's cathedral . He was - together with his deacon Jucundus and his lecturer Florentius as well as his sister Eutropia - killed by the sword in the course of the Vandals or Huns (407 or 451). With the severed head under his arm, he is said to have walked on, praising God.
Adoration
The relics of St. Nicasius are venerated in Reims and in the Saint-Vaast Abbey near the city of Arras . He is considered a helper against smallpox .
presentation
St. Nicasius was rarely depicted. The most famous representations can be found on the north transept portal of Reims Cathedral.
Web links
- Nicasius of Reims in the Ecumenical Lexicon of Saints
- Nicasius of Reims in CatholicSaints.Info
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SURNAME | Nicasius of Reims |
BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Bishop of Reims |
DATE OF BIRTH | 4th century |
DATE OF DEATH | 407 or 451 |
Place of death | Reims |