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May 2 · Memorial · White
St Athanasius
(c. 296–373) Bishop of Alexandria, Doctor of the Church, and chief defender of the Nicene Creed against the Arian heresy. Exiled five times for refusing to compromise on Christ's full divinity.
When is the feast of St Athanasius?
The feast is celebrated on May 2 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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When is the feast of St Athanasius?
The feast of St Athanasius is celebrated on May 2 each year, kept as a memorial in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St Athanasius?
(c. 296–373) Bishop of Alexandria, Doctor of the Church, and chief defender of the Nicene Creed against the Arian heresy. Exiled five times for refusing to compromise on Christ's full…
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