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Saturnin z Cagliari

285 – 304

About this person

Wikipedia Summary

Saint Saturninus of Cagliari is venerated as the patron saint of Cagliari. According to Christian tradition, Saturninus was a local martyr –that is, he was killed at Cagliari by order of governor Barbarus. The legend states that he was beheaded for refusing to offer sacrifices to Jupiter during the persecutions of Christians by Diocletian.

Biographical & Professional Details

Date of birth
May 23, 285
Cagliari
Date of death
November 30, 303
Cagliari
Occupations & fields
presbyter
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