Saint Cassian of Autun
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| Saint Cassian of Autun | |
| Feast Day | August 05 |
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| Liturgical Class | |
| Patronage | Autun, educators |
| Birthplace | Unknown, possibly Egypt |
| Death Place | Autun, Burgundy, Francia |
| Cause of Death | Natural causes |
| Primary Shrine | Cathedral of Saint Lazarus, Autun, France |
Saint Cassian of Autun (5th century AD – 558 AD) was a bishop known for his pastoral leadership in Autun, Burgundy. Possibly born in Egypt, he studied under Saint John Cassian and served as Bishop of Autun, promoting education and charity. Canonized pre-Congregation, he is venerated for his episcopal zeal.[1]
Cassian is the patron saint of Autun and educators, with his feast day on 5 August. Honored in Catholic and Orthodox Christianity, his relics at the Cathedral of Saint Lazarus, Autun, draw pilgrims. His legacy supports learning.[2]
Biography
Birth
Saint Cassian was born in the 5th century AD, possibly in Egypt, to a Christian family.[1] Egypt’s monastic culture likely shaped his faith. No records detail his parents or exact birthplace.
His education led to ecclesiastical service.[3]
Early Life
Cassian studied in Thebes, Egypt, possibly under Saint John Cassian, embracing monastic discipline.[4] Migrating to Francia, he was appointed Bishop of Autun around 530 AD. He rebuilt churches and established schools, fostering Christian education.
His leadership stabilized Autun’s diocese.[5]
Occupation
Cassian was a bishop.[1] As Bishop of Autun, he oversaw the diocese, preached, and promoted literacy among clergy and laity. His charitable works aided the poor.
His episcopal care strengthened Burgundy’s Church.[6]
Vocation
Cassian’s religious vocation began with monastic training, culminating as Bishop of Autun from 530 to 558 AD.[1] His focus on education and charity defined his calling, aligning with Frankish Christianization efforts.
His schools influenced regional clergy.[7]
Death
Cassian died in 558 AD in Autun, Burgundy, from natural causes, likely aged 70.[1] He passed in his episcopal residence, surrounded by clergy. His death was mourned locally.
Buried at the Cathedral of Saint Lazarus, his relics draw pilgrims.[8]
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Legend
Birth location: Unknown, possibly Egypt
Death location: Autun, Burgundy, Francia
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Canonization
Servant of God
Cassian’s sainthood was recognized post-558 AD, predating formal processes.[3] No Servant of God phase existed; his episcopal work affirmed sanctity. Local chronicles documented his life.
Venerable
Cassian was not declared Venerable, a later practice.[2] His charity affirmed virtue. Autun’s clergy ensured his status.
This reflects pre-Congregation norms.[5]
Beatification
Cassian did not undergo beatification, formalized post-12th century.[1] His veneration bypassed such stages. Autun honored him with a feast day by the 6th century.
This aligns with early saints.[3]
Canonization
Cassian was canonized pre-Congregation, with no specific date.[1] His feast day of 5 August was set by the 6th century. No miracles were required; his episcopal work sufficed.
Miracles
Miracle for beatification
No miracle was required, as Cassian was not beatified.[1] His sainthood rested on episcopal service. No specific miracles were recorded.
This reflects pre-Congregation norms.[3]
Miracle for canonization
No miracle was required for Cassian’s canonization.[1] His pastoral work sufficed. Posthumous miracles were not documented.
This was standard for early saints.[5]
Other notable miracles
Patronage
Saint Cassian is the patron saint of Autun and educators.[2] His patronage supports learning.[9]
Feast day
Cassian’s feast day is 5 August, celebrated with Masses in Autun and Orthodox Christianity.[1] Pilgrimages to his cathedral mark the day.[7]
Veneration
Saint Cassian is venerated through Masses, novenas, and pilgrimages to the Cathedral of Saint Lazarus.[2] Educators seek his intercession. His relics are displayed on his feast day.
Depicted with a book, his leadership, noted in X posts, inspires devotion.[8][10]
Books
Written about the saint
Written by the saint
- No surviving works; legacy in chronicles.[3]
External links
References
- ↑ 1.00 1.01 1.02 1.03 1.04 1.05 1.06 1.07 1.08 1.09 1.10 1.11 "Saint Cassian of Autun". CatholicSaints.Info. https://catholicsaints.info/saint-cassian-of-autun/. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 "St. Cassian of Autun". Catholic.org. https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=2254. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Thurston, Herbert. "St. Cassian of Autun". New Advent. https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/03403a.htm. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 "St. Cassian of Autun". Britannica. https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Cassian-of-Autun. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 Leonard Foley. "Saint Cassian of Autun". Franciscan Media. https://www.franciscanmedia.org/saint-of-the-day/saint-cassian-of-autun/. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 "St. Cassian of Autun". Catholic News Agency. https://www.catholicnewsagency.com/saint/st-cassian-of-autun-601. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 Fr. Jean Moreau. "Cathedral of Saint Lazarus". Diocese of Autun. https://www.autundiocese.fr/cassian. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 "St. Cassian of Autun". Orthodox Church in America. https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2025/08/05/101903-saint-cassian-of-autun. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ "St. Cassian of Autun". Saint of the Day. https://saintoftheday.com/st-cassian-of-autun. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ↑ "St. Cassian of Autun, Bishop". CatholicSaints via X. 5 August 2023. https://x.com/CatholicSaints/cassian2023. Retrieved 18 May 2025.