Saint Argeus
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| Saint Argeus | |
| Feast Day | January 02 |
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| Birthplace | Unknown, likely Romania |
| Death Place | Tomi, Exinius Pontus, Moesia (modern Constanta, Romania) |
| Cause of Death | Beheaded |
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St. Argeus was a soldier in the Roman army during the early 4th century, along with his brothers Narcissus and Marcellinus. Little is known about his early life, but it is believed he was born in what is now Romania. His commitment to Christianity would ultimately define his life, as he and his brothers refused to partake in the emperor's command to offer sacrifices to Roman gods, showcasing their deep faith.
St. Argeus was martyred in 320 AD in Tomi, modern-day Constanta, Romania, for his refusal to renounce Christianity. He was beheaded alongside his brother Narcissus, while their younger brother Marcellinus was subjected to a different fate, being drowned after torture. Their martyrdom during the reign of Emperor Licinius has been commemorated in the Christian tradition, with St. Argeus being venerated on January 2 each year.
Biography
Birth
Details about the birth of St. Argeus are not well-documented. It is known that he was likely born in what is now Romania, given his association with the region where he was martyred.
Early Life
Little is known about the early life of St. Argeus; however, he, along with his brothers Narcissus and Marcellinus, were known to have been soldiers in the Roman army during the reign of Emperor Licinius.
Occupation
St. Argeus was a soldier in the army of Licinius, who was co-emperor with Constantine the Great. His military service was a common profession for many men at that time, especially those from the regions under Roman control.
Vocation
His Christian faith became his true vocation. When faced with the demand to offer sacrifice to the Roman gods, St. Argeus, along with his brothers, refused, thus choosing their faith over their military duties. This act of defiance was a clear demonstration of their commitment to Christianity.
Death
St. Argeus met his end through martyrdom. He was beheaded in 320 AD at Tomi, along with his brother Narcissus, for refusing to renounce their faith. Their brother Marcellinus, being younger, was treated differently but also martyred by being drowned after enduring imprisonment and flogging.
Significant events
- Refused to offer sacrifices to Roman gods, leading to martyrdom.
- Martyred with his brothers, showcasing a strong familial and religious bond.
Significant locations
Legend
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Death location: Tomi, Exinius Pontus, Moesia (modern Constanta, Romania)
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Canonization
Servant of God
Given that St. Argeus lived during the early Christian Church era, formal processes like those initiated today did not exist. Recognition came posthumously through the spread of his martyrdom story.
Venerable
The term "Venerable" was not used in the context of early Christian saints like St. Argeus. His veneration grew from his martyrdom.
Beatification
St. Argeus was not formally beatified as this process was not established until much later. His path to sainthood was through the recognition of his martyrdom.
Canonization
Canonized in a pre-congregation manner, meaning his sainthood was recognized by the early Church based on his martyrdom rather than through a formal canonization process by the Vatican.
Miracles
Miracle for beatification
No specific miracle for beatification is recorded, as his veneration stems from his martyrdom.
Miracle for canonization
Similarly, there is no recorded specific miracle for canonization; his saintly status was conferred due to his martyrdom.
Other notable miracles
No additional miracles are notably attributed to St. Argeus outside of his martyrdom.
Patronage
St. Argeus does not have widely recognized patronages listed in traditional sources.
Feast day
St. Argeus's feast day is celebrated on January 2.
Veneration
St. Argeus is venerated in the Catholic Church, primarily remembered through his feast day. Specific devotional practices or relics related to him are not well-documented.
Books
Written about the saint
Specific books detailing St. Argeus are not widely referenced, but he might be mentioned in broader collections of early Christian martyrs.