A portrait of St. Babylas of Antioch
St. Babylas of Antioch
d. c. 253
Feast
January 24 · III c.
Patron of
Bishops · Martyrs · Antioch
Order
Bishop / Martyr
Bishop of Antioch in the mid-3rd century, traditionally credited with refusing entry into church to the Emperor Philip the Arab on Easter Eve until he had done penance; martyred under Decius c. 253. Feast January 24.
Life & Times
Died: c. 253 · From: Syria / Turkey.
Patronage
St. Babylas of Antioch is invoked as the patron of bishops, martyrs, antioch. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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Catholic saints, including St. Babylas of Antioch, 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.