Codice prodotto: L10339
Memorial Day: November 9
When did Saint Agrippinus live: 3rd century AD
BIOGRAPHY:
Saint Agrippinus was the sixth bishop of Naples and one of the earliest known Christian leaders in the city. Little is known about his life, but tradition tells that he was a man of great holiness. He is said to have ended a devastating plague through his prayers. After his death, he was venerated as the patron saint of Naples, and his relics are preserved in the Cathedral of Naples.
PATRONAGE:
St. Agrippinus is the patron saint of Naples and is especially invoked against epidemics and diseases.
SYMBOLISM, DEPICTION:
The symbols of San Agrippinus are the bishop's staff, representing his role as a bishop, and a book, symbolizing his wisdom.
PATRON SAINT OF:
Agrippinus, Agrippin, Agrippino, Agripin, Agripino, Agripina, Agrippina, Agripiniano, Agripiniana, Agripiniano, Agrippinianus, Agrippinianum, Agrip, Agryp, Agrypin, Agrypino, Agrypina.