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St. Octavius of Turin

d. c. 3rd century
Feast
November 20 · III c.
Patron of
Turin · Soldiers · Martyrs
Order
Soldier / Martyr

Member of the Theban Legion (3rd century, traditional), with Sts. Adventor and Solutor martyred at Turin under Maximian for refusing to participate in the legion's disciplinary executions. Patrons of Turin; pre-Congregation cultus.

Life & Times

Died: c. 3rd century · From: Turin / Italy.

Patronage

St. Octavius of Turin is invoked as the patron of turin, soldiers, martyrs. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.

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Catholic saints, including St. Octavius of Turin, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.