Palmatius

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Palmatius was a Christian saint martyred with 11 companions in Trier in around 287. They were among many killed under the Emperor Maximian by Rictius Varus, the vicarius in Roman Gaul.[1]

Died287
Trier
VeneratedinRoman Catholic Church
Eastern Orthodox Church
FeastMay 10
AttributesSoldier, Martyr
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Palmatius
Baroque fresco depicting the Martyrs of Trier, of which Palmatius was part
Died287
Trier
Venerated inRoman Catholic Church
Eastern Orthodox Church
FeastMay 10
AttributesSoldier, Martyr
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Statue of Saint Palmatius Basilica of St. Paulinus, Trier

His feast day is May 10.

Martyrs of Trier

The 11 companions of Palmatius, who were martyred with him in Trier, are collectively known as the Martyrs of Trier.[2][3] Their feast day is October 6, separate from the feast day of Palmatius.

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