A portrait of St. Isidore of Pelusium
St. Isidore of Pelusium
c. 360 – c. 449
Feast
February 4 · V c.
Patron of
Spiritual writers · Monks · Letter writers
Order
Abbot
Egyptian abbot and prolific letter-writer (c. 360-c. 449), monk and abbot at Pelusium near the eastern mouth of the Nile; some 2,000 of his short letters of spiritual and exegetical advice survive, addressed to bishops, monks, lay officials, and the emperor. Disciple of St. John Chrysostom in spirit. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Born: c. 360 · Died: c. 449 · From: Egypt / Pelusium.
Patronage
St. Isidore of Pelusium is invoked as the patron of spiritual writers, monks, letter writers. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Isidore of Pelusium, 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.