Anthony of Antioch

Deceased Person

0266 – 0302

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Who was Anthony of Antioch?

Anthony was an early Christian priest who suffered martyrdom with Anastasius, Julian, Celsus and Marcionilla during the persecutions of Diocletian. Denouncing the Roman way of life, he lived as a desert hermit, practiced celibacy, lived off roots and plants, and shunned any visitors he received. Anthony wished to live his life in complete solidarity with God.

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Born
0266
Died
0302
Antioch

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on July 23, 2013

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