Aunarius
Saint Aunarius (Aunacharius) | |
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Born | c.540 |
Died | c.603 Auxerre |
Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
Feast | 25 September |
Saint Aunarius (Aunacharius) (
Being of noble birth, he was brought up in the royal court of
His administration is noted for certain important disciplinary measures that throw light on the religious and moral life of the
He enforced a regular daily attendance at the
Veneration
Aunarius was buried at Auxerre, where he has always been held in veneration. His remains were later enclosed in a golden chest, but were partially dispersed by the Huguenots in 1567. A portion, however, was placed in the hollow pillar of a crypt, and saved.
His feast day is celebrated on 25 September.
References
This article incorporates text from a publication now in the public domain: Herbermann, Charles, ed. (1913). "St. Aunarius". Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company.