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December 17 · Optional · White

St Lazarus of Bethany

(1st century) Brother of Martha and Mary, the friend for whom Jesus wept and whom he called from the tomb after four days — the sign that sealed his own death sentence. Eastern tradition makes Lazarus later a bishop in Cyprus, buried at Kition.

When is the feast of St Lazarus of Bethany?

The feast is celebrated on December 17 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Lazarus of Bethany?

The feast of St Lazarus of Bethany is celebrated on December 17 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Lazarus of Bethany?

(1st century) Brother of Martha and Mary, the friend for whom Jesus wept and whom he called from the tomb after four days — the sign that sealed his own death sentence. Eastern tradition makes Lazarus later a bishop in Cyprus, buried at…

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