A portrait of St. Bibiana
St. Bibiana
d. c. 363
Feast
December 2 · IV c.
Patron of
Epilepsy · Headaches · Hangovers, traditional · Los Angeles, local
Order
Virgin / Martyr
Roman virgin martyr of the 4th century, said to have suffered under Julian the Apostate c. 363; the basilica of Santa Bibiana in Rome, with a celebrated statue by Bernini, marks the traditional site of her martyrdom. Feast December 2.
Life & Times
Also known as: Vivian; Vibiana · Died: c. 363 · From: Italy.
Patronage
St. Bibiana is invoked as the patron of epilepsy, headaches, hangovers, traditional, los angeles, local. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Bibiana, 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.