A portrait of St. Boethius
St. Boethius
c. 480 – 524
Feast
October 23 · VI c.
Patron of
Philosophers · Prisoners · Scholars
Order
Philosopher / Martyr or Confessor
Roman senator and philosopher (c. 480-524), author of the Consolation of Philosophy written in prison while awaiting execution by Theodoric the Ostrogoth on charges of treason; revered as a martyr in the Diocese of Pavia, where his cult was confirmed by Pope Leo XIII in 1883. Feast October 23.
Life & Times
Also known as: Anicius Manlius Severinus Boethius · Born: c. 480 · Died: 524 · From: Italy.
Patronage
St. Boethius is invoked as the patron of philosophers, prisoners, scholars. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Boethius, 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.