A portrait of St. Benignus of Dijon
St. Benignus of Dijon
d. c. 179 or later, traditional
Feast
November 1 · II c.
Patron of
Dijon · Missionaries · Martyrs
Order
Priest / Missionary / Martyr
Greek-born missionary martyr, traditionally a 2nd-century preacher of the Gospel in Burgundy who was killed at Dijon under Marcus Aurelius. The Cathedral of Saint-Bénigne in Dijon stands over his tomb. Feast November 1.
Life & Times
Died: c. 179 or later, traditional · From: France / Italy, tradition.
Patronage
St. Benignus of Dijon is invoked as the patron of dijon, missionaries, martyrs. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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Catholic saints, including St. Benignus of Dijon, 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.