St Basileus of Braga was the first bishop of Braga, Portugal who died as a martyr in the 1st Century AD. We celebrate his feast day on May 23 every year in the Catholic Church.
St Basileus of Braga Biography |
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| Date of Birth | 1st Century AD |
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| Country of Birth | Portugal in Europe |
| Matrimony/Holy Orders | Saints who were Bishops |
| Profession | Bishop |
| Place of Work | Portugal |
| Date of Death | 1st Century AD |
| Place of Death | Spain |
| Feast Day | May 23 |
| Canonization | Pre-Congregation |
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Saint’s Biography
Saint Basileus of Braga was the first bishop of Braga, Portugal. He was persecuted together with St Epitacius of Tuy who was the first bishop of Tuy, Spain.
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