Saint Cassian of Imola
A Christian schoolmaster in Imola in the 4th century, Cassian was condemned by the governor to die at the hands of his own students. They cruelly mart…
First name and chronology
Cassian
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Cassian, between 301 and 1638; the most famous is Saint Cassian, celebrated on August 5th.
Chronology of the name Cassian
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 301-400Saint Cassian of ImolaA Christian schoolmaster in Imola in the 4th century, Cassian was condemned by the governor to die at the hands of his o…
- 320-400Saint Cassian of AutunOriginally from Alexandria, Cassian renounced his fortune to serve the poor before becoming Bishop of Orthe. Guided by a…
- 350-500Blessed John CassianJohn Cassian (c. 350-433) was a major monk and theologian, founder of the Abbey of Saint-Victor in Marseille. After expe…
- 1603-1638Martyrs of Gondar (2)Agathangelus of Vendôme and Cassian of Nantes, 17th-century French Capuchin priests, were sent to Ethiopia to work for t…
All records linked to Cassian
Saint Cassian of Autun
Originally from Alexandria, Cassian renounced his fortune to serve the poor before becoming Bishop of Orthe. Guided by a revelation, he set out to eva…
Blessed John Cassian
John Cassian (c. 350-433) was a major monk and theologian, founder of the Abbey of Saint-Victor in Marseille. After experiencing asceticism in Egypt a…
Martyrs of Gondar (2)
Agathangelus of Vendôme and Cassian of Nantes, 17th-century French Capuchin priests, were sent to Ethiopia to work for the unity of Christians. Arrest…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Cassian's feast day?
The feast of Cassian is celebrated on August 5th, in memory of Saint Cassian.
How many saints are named Cassian?
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Cassian, including Saint Cassian, John Cassian, Saint Cassian and Martyrs of Gondar (2).
Who is the most famous saint named Cassian?
The most famous saint named Cassian is Saint Cassian (4th century).