Saint Patrick of Malaga
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| Saint | Saint Patrick of Malaga |
| Stage | Saint |
| Birthdate | Late 3rd century |
| Birthplace | Unknown, possibly Malaga or surrounding areas, Roman Empire |
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| Deathdate | March 16, 307 |
| Death Place | Auvergne, Gaul (modern-day France) |
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| Cause of Death | Natural Causes (in exile) |
| Notable Location 1 | Malaga, Spain (Diocese of Malaga) |
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| Beatification Date | Not formally beatified |
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| Canonized | Yes (traditional recognition) |
| Canonization Date | 1834 |
| Canonized by | Pope Gregory XVI |
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| Feast Day | March 16, August 18 (Diocese of Malaga) |
| Profession | Bishop |
| Religious Affiliation | Early Christian Church |
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| Attributes | Bishop's attire |
| Primary Shrine | Iglesia de San Patricio, Malaga, Spain |
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Saint Patrick of Malaga, not to be confused with the more famous Saint Patrick of Ireland, was an early Christian bishop in the Roman province of Hispania Baetica, now Malaga, Spain. His life is shrouded in mystery, but tradition holds that he was the first bishop of Malaga and represented the city at the Synod of Elvira. During the Diocletianic Persecution, Patrick was forced to flee to Gaul (France) to escape persecution, where he eventually died.
His memory is particularly venerated in Malaga, where he is celebrated for his role in the early Christian community. Pope Gregory XVI officially recognized his cultus in 1834.
Biography
Birth
Born towards the end of the third century, possibly in or near Malaga.
Early Life
Little is known about his early life, but he was likely educated in Christian doctrine.
Occupation
He became the first known bishop of Malaga.
Vocation
His vocation was marked by his participation in the Synod of Elvira, showcasing his leadership in the early Christian Church in Spain.
Death
Patrick died in exile in Auvergne, Gaul, on March 16, 307, from natural causes.
Significant events
- Represented Malaga at the Synod of Elvira, one of the earliest Christian councils in Spain.
- Escaped persecution by fleeing to Gaul during the reign of Emperor Diocletian.
Death
He passed away in exile, having lived through a period of intense Christian persecution.
Canonization
Servant of God
His recognition as a saint was traditional, based on his martyrdom-like experience of exile and his contributions to the Church.
Venerable
Not applicable as this title was formalized later.
Beatification
Not formally beatified; his sanctity was recognized through historical veneration.
Canonization
In 1834, Pope Gregory XVI officially recognized his cultus, affirming his sainthood.
Miracles
No specific miracles are well-documented for his canonization, his sanctity being more based on his life and martyrdom narrative.
Miracle for beatification
Not applicable.
Miracle for canonization
Not applicable.
Other notable miracles
His life and the preservation of his memory in Malaga could be considered miraculous by some.
Patronage
While no specific patronage is widely recognized, he is venerated within the context of Malaga.
Feast day
Saint Patrick of Malaga's feast day is celebrated on March 16, with an additional feast on August 18 in the Diocese of Malaga.
Veneration
He is venerated especially in Malaga, where a church, Iglesia de San Patricio, is named after him. His life and memory are kept alive through local traditions and celebrations.
Books
Written about the saint
Limited historical and ecclesiastical texts mention him, often in the context of the early Christian Church in Spain.
Written by the saint
No known writings by Saint Patrick of Malaga exist.
External links
- Catholic Saints Info - Saint Patrick of Malaga
- [www.surinenglish.com/local/20230314/malaga-honours-saint-patrick-20230314130206-v.html Sur in English - Malaga honours its own 'Saint Patrick']
- [www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=2215 Catholic Online - Saint Patrick of Malaga]