Saint Philip the Deacon
- Also known as
- Philip the Evangelist
- Memorial
- 6 June
- Profile
- Probably an Hellenized Jew.
One of the seven Jerusalem deacons mentioned in the canonical Acts of the Apostles.
Preached and performed miracles in Samaria, converting many including the magician Simon Magus.
Commanded by an angel, he travelled from Jerusalem to Gaza.
Converted and baptized the eunuch of Candace, Queen of Ethiopia.
Transported to Azotus, and he preached throughout the region, finally returning to Caesarea where he lived with his four daughters, virgins with the gift of prophecy.
Met with Saint Paul the Apostle on his last journey to Jerusalem.
Some traditions say be became bishop of Tralles (modern Aydin, Turkey).
- Born
- at Caesarea, Palestine
- Died
- c.58 at Caesarea, Palestine
- Name Meaning
- horse lover (Philip)
- Canonized
- Pre-Congregation
- Representation
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baptizing the eunuch of Ethiopia;
with his four daughters
- Additional Information
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Columbia Encyclopedia
Google Directory
Ecole Glossary, by Karen Rae Keck
New Catholic Dictionary
- Print References
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Book of Saints, by the Monks of Ramsgate
Our Sunday Visitor's Encyclopedia of Saints
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