Saint Maurice and his companions
Leader of the Theban Legion under Emperor Maximian, Maurice and his soldiers refused to persecute their fellow Christians and to sacrifice to idols at…
First name and chronology
Maurice
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Maurice, between 201 and 1949; the most famous is Saint Maur, celebrated on January 15th.
Chronology of the name Maurice
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 201-300 Saint Maurice and his companions Leader of the Theban Legion under Emperor Maximian, Maurice and his soldiers refused to persecute their fellow Christian…
- 512-584 Saint Maur (Disciple of Saint Benedict) A privileged disciple of Saint Benedict from his childhood at Subiaco, Maur is famous for having walked on water to save…
- 1117-1200 Saint Maurice (Moriz) Born in Loudéac around 1117, Maurice Duzult became a doctor in Paris before choosing monastic humility at the abbey of L…
- 1914-1949 Maurice Tornay A canon of the Great St Bernard and missionary, Maurice Tornay died a martyr in Tibet in 1949 while attempting to defend…
All records linked to Maurice
Saint Maur (Disciple of Saint Benedict)
A privileged disciple of Saint Benedict from his childhood at Subiaco, Maur is famous for having walked on water to save the young Placid. Sent to Gau…
Saint Maurice (Moriz)
Born in Loudéac around 1117, Maurice Duzult became a doctor in Paris before choosing monastic humility at the abbey of Langonet. Elected abbot, then f…
Maurice Tornay
A canon of the Great St Bernard and missionary, Maurice Tornay died a martyr in Tibet in 1949 while attempting to defend the religious freedom of his …
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Maurice's feast day?
The feast of Maurice is celebrated on January 15th, in memory of Saint Maur.
How many saints are named Maurice?
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Maurice, including Saint Maur, Saint Maurice, Saint Maurice and Maurice Tornay.
Who is the most famous saint named Maurice?
The most famous saint named Maurice is Saint Maur (6th century).