Saint Eulogius of Cordoba
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| Saint | Saint Eulogius of Cordoba |
| Stage | Saint |
| Birthdate | Before 819 |
| Birthplace | Córdoba, Al-Andalus (modern-day Spain) |
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| Deathdate | March 11, 859 |
| Death Place | Córdoba, Al-Andalus |
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| Cause of Death | Beheading, Martyrdom |
| Notable Location 1 | Monastery of St. Zoilus, Córdoba |
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| Beatification Date | Not formally beatified |
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| Canonized | Yes (traditional recognition) |
| Canonization Date | Not formally canonized |
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| Feast Day | March 11 |
| Profession | Priest, Scholar, Writer |
| Religious Affiliation | Catholic Church, Mozarabic Rite |
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| Attributes | Priest's vestments, book, palm of martyrdom |
| Primary Shrine | Cathedral of Oviedo, Spain |
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Saint Eulogius of Cordoba was a prominent figure in the 9th-century Mozarabic Christian community in Al-Andalus. Born into a noble family in Cordoba, he was educated in the Christian faith and later ordained a priest, becoming head of the ecclesiastical school in the city. His life was marked by his defense of Christianity during the Muslim rule of Spain, where he supported and wrote about the martyrs of Cordoba. Eulogius was imprisoned for his faith and writings, and ultimately martyred by beheading for protecting a Christian convert, Leocritia. His works include "Memoriale Sanctorum," documenting the lives of the martyrs, and "Liber Apologeticus Martyrum," defending their actions.
Biography
Birth
Eulogius was born before 819 in Cordoba, which was then under Islamic rule but had a significant Christian population.
Early Life
He received an education from the clergy of the Church of St. Zoilus, where he was recognized for his virtue and learning.
Occupation
As a priest and scholar, he was placed at the head of the most important ecclesiastical school in Cordoba, influencing many through his teaching and writings.
Vocation
His vocation was deeply rooted in defending Christian faith under persecution, encouraging martyrdom, and supporting converts.
Death
Eulogius was beheaded on March 11, 859, in Cordoba for protecting a Christian convert, Leocritia, from her family's wrath.
Significant events
- Became head of the ecclesiastical school in Cordoba.
- Was imprisoned in 850 for supporting Christian martyrs during a period of persecution.
- Authored works defending the martyrs and documenting their lives.
Death
Eulogius met his end through martyrdom by beheading, an act of faith that cemented his place in Christian history.
Canonization
Servant of God
The process to recognize him as a Servant of God was traditional, based on his martyrdom rather than formal procedures.
Venerable
Not applicable as the title was formalized later.
Beatification
Not formally beatified; his martyrdom was his beatification in the eyes of the early Christian community.
Canonization
Eulogius was not formally canonized through modern procedures but is recognized as a saint due to his martyrdom.
Miracles
No specific miracles are well-documented for his canonization, as his sanctity was largely based on his martyrdom.
Miracle for beatification
Not applicable.
Miracle for canonization
Not applicable.
Other notable miracles
No specific miracles are noted in historical records, but his life and death were seen as a testament to his faith.
Patronage
While no specific patronage is widely recognized, his life would resonate with those defending their faith under persecution.
Feast day
Saint Eulogius of Cordoba's feast day is celebrated on March 11.
Veneration
He is venerated especially by the Mozarabic community and in Spain, with his relics held in the Cathedral of Oviedo. His writings continue to be studied for their historical and theological insights into the Christian experience under Muslim rule.
Books
Written about the saint
- Various works in historical and ecclesiastical texts, particularly those focusing on the Mozarabic Christians.
Written by the saint
- "Memoriale Sanctorum" - documenting the lives of the martyrs.
- "Liber Apologeticus Martyrum" - defending the actions and beliefs of the martyrs.
External links
- Catholic Online - Saint Eulogius of Cordoba
- Wikipedia - Eulogius of Cordoba
- Catholic Encyclopedia - St. Eulogius of Cordova