A portrait of St. Theodore of Amasea
St. Theodore of Amasea
d. c. 306
Feast
November 9 · IV c.
Patron of
Soldiers · Recruits · Martyrs
Order
Soldier / Martyr
Roman soldier and martyr (d. c. 306), young recruit ("Tiro") of the Cohors Marmaritarum stationed at Amasea in Pontus; refused to sacrifice, set fire to the temple of Cybele in protest, and was burned alive. Patron of recruits; cult ancient and widespread, often paired with St. Theodore the General. Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Died: c. 306 · From: Turkey.
Patronage
St. Theodore of Amasea is invoked as the patron of soldiers, recruits, martyrs. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Theodore of Amasea, 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.