A portrait of St. Alexius
St. Alexius
b. 4th or 5th century, traditional
Feast
July 17 · V c.
Patron of
Beggars · Pilgrims · Humility · Hidden holiness
Order
Confessor / Pilgrim, legendary
Roman saint of legend (the "Man of God"), said to have left his bride on their wedding day to live as a beggar in Edessa, and on returning home to live unrecognized under his father's staircase for years. The cult is ancient but the biography is largely legendary. Feast July 17.
Life & Times
Also known as: Alexis of Rome · Born: 4th or 5th century, traditional · From: Rome / Edessa, tradition.
Patronage
St. Alexius is invoked as the patron of beggars, pilgrims, humility, hidden holiness. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Alexius, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.