A portrait of St. Olivia of Palermo
St. Olivia of Palermo
c. 448, traditional – c. 463, traditional
Feast
June 10 · V c.
Patron of
Palermo · Martyrs · Olive growers, traditional
Order
Virgin / Martyr
Sicilian virgin martyr (5th century, traditional), Palermo noblewoman traditionally captured by Vandal raiders, taken to Tunis, and martyred there for converting jailers and visitors. The mosque of Tunis on the supposed site of her martyrdom was historically called "Mosque of Saint Olive." Pre-Congregation; biography legendary.
Life & Times
Born: c. 448, traditional · Died: c. 463, traditional · From: Sicily / Tunisia, tradition.
Patronage
St. Olivia of Palermo is invoked as the patron of palermo, martyrs, olive growers, traditional. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Olivia of Palermo, 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.