Saint Cyprian

Memorial: 12 October
Profile: Fifth century bishop in North Africa. In 484, Cyprian, Saint Felix, and 5,000 assorted unnamed parishioners were driven into the Libyan desert by the Arian Vandal King Hunneric. There they were tortured and martyred for their orthodox faith. Their story was recorded by Victor of Utica.
Died: martyred in 484
Canonized: Pre-Congregation
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