Saint Pothinus and his companions (Martyrs of Lyon)
In 177, under Marcus Aurelius, forty-eight Christians from Lyon and Vienne, led by Bishop Pothinus and the slave Blandina, suffered martyrdom. After a…
First name and chronology
Attala
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Attala, between 87 and 741; the most famous is Saint Pothinus, celebrated on June 2nd.
Chronology of the name Attala
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 87-177 Saint Pothinus and his companions (Martyrs of Lyon) In 177, under Marcus Aurelius, forty-eight Christians from Lyon and Vienne, led by Bishop Pothinus and the slave Blandin…
- 615-700 Saint Attala of Bobbio Born in Burgundy, Saint Attala was a disciple of Saint Columbanus at Luxeuil and later at Bobbio, where he became the se…
- 676-741 Saint Attala of Strasbourg Daughter of Duke Adelbert of Alsace and niece of Saint Odile, Attala became the first abbess of the Saint-Étienne monast…
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Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Attala's feast day?
The feast of Attala is celebrated on June 2nd, in memory of Saint Pothinus.
How many saints are named Attala?
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Attala, including Saint Pothinus, Saint Attala and Saint Attala.
Who is the most famous saint named Attala?
The most famous saint named Attala is Saint Pothinus (2nd century).