Epipodius and Alexander
Epipodius (French: Épipode) and his companion Alexander (died 178) are venerated as Christian saints. Their feast day is 22 April, and Alexander is additionally commemorated on April 24 in the Eastern Orthodox Church. Epipodius was a native of Lyon; Alexander was said to be a native of Phrygia, and a physician by profession. They were both martyred during the reign of Marcus Aurelius.
Saints Epipodius and Alexander | |
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| Martyrs | |
| Born | Epipodius: Lyon, France Alexander: Phrygia, Turkey |
| Died | 178 |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholicism Eastern Orthodoxy |
| Major shrine | Lyon Cathedral |
| Feast | 22 April |
| Patronage | Epipodius is the patron saint of bachelors, victims of betrayal, and victims of torture. |
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