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January 13 · Optional · White

St Hilary of Poitiers

(c. 310–367) Latin Father and 'Hammer of the Arians.' A Roman convert, bishop, and exile, he defended the full divinity of Christ when most of the Western episcopate had compromised.

When is the feast of St Hilary of Poitiers?

The feast is celebrated on January 13 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Hilary of Poitiers?

The feast of St Hilary of Poitiers is celebrated on January 13 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Hilary of Poitiers?

(c. 310–367) Latin Father and 'Hammer of the Arians.' A Roman convert, bishop, and exile, he defended the full divinity of Christ when most of the Western episcopate had…

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