St. Ansanus

St. Ansanus was a Roman nobleman and early Christian martyr known as the "Baptizer of Siena" for converting many in the region. He was imprisoned and later beheaded for his faith under Diocletian’s persecution.

St. Ansanus was born around 284 AD in Rome to a noble Roman family. From a young age, he was drawn to the Christian faith, a dangerous choice during the time of intense persecution under the Roman Emperor Diocletian. According to tradition, he was secretly baptized and taught about Christianity by his nurse, Maxima, who also became a martyr.

When his Christian faith was discovered, Ansanus was imprisoned and subjected to torture. Despite the suffering, he remained resolute in his belief in Christ. Legend tells that he miraculously survived being thrown into boiling oil and other brutal forms of execution. Eventually, he was sent to Siena, where he boldly preached the Gospel and converted many people, earning the title "The Baptizer of Siena."

His missionary efforts in Siena made him a target once more. He was ultimately arrested and beheaded for his unwavering commitment to Christianity around 304 AD. The people of Siena later claimed him as one of their patron saints, and his legacy has been honored there ever since.

St. Ansanus is remembered not only for his martyrdom but for his fervent evangelization and courage. His feast day on December 1 marks the beginning of the Sienese liturgical year, and he is commemorated with special reverence throughout the region.

Feast Day

1-12-

Birth Date

--284

Died Date

1-12-304

Canonised Date

--N/A

Siena, Italy

"St. Ansanus, pray for us to live with unwavering faith and courage. Help us to be bold in spreading God's love and truth. Amen."
ST. ANSANUS

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