Palladius of Saintes
Palladius von Saintes (French Saint-Pallais ; * around 530, † around 598) was bishop of the southwestern French city of Saintes in the late 6th century . He was one of the first high church officials , who are already deep in the folk beliefs rooted veneration of relics officially promoted.
Life
About the life of St. Little is known about Palladius. Gregory of Tours reports that he was at times in opposition to Guntram I , king of the Merovingians . He took part in the synods of Paris (573) and Mâcon (585); on the latter his behavior was criticized. In Saintes he had the bones of his distant predecessor Eutropius exhumed and a church built in his honor. From Pope Gregory the Great (590–604) he received relics of several apostles .
Adoration
The saintly veneration of Palladius has been proven since the 11th century. Several churches in France have his patronage . The place Saint-Palais-sur-Mer is named after him. October 7th is the date of his death; traditionally, however, his feast day is usually September 6th.
presentation
Palladius did not suffer martyrdom , but died a natural death; he is not considered miraculous. To this extent he is only shown in the bishop's robe; his representations must - like those of his predecessors Eutropius and Bibianus - be labeled by name for identification. Medieval or baroque representations are not known.
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| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Palladius of Saintes |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Palladius of Saint-Pallais |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Bishop of the southwestern French city of Saintes |
| DATE OF BIRTH | around 530 |
| DATE OF DEATH | at 598 |
| Place of death | Saintes |