Antoninus of Rome
| Saint Antoninus | |
|---|---|
| Martyr | |
| Died | 186 |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church |
| Canonized | Pre-congregation |
| Feast | 22 August |
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]
References
- ↑ St. Antoninus Catholic Online
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