Saint Andeolus
A disciple of Saint Polycarp in Smyrna, Andéol was sent to evangelize Gaul in the 2nd century. After forty years of miss…
Place
Smyrna
TR
Today: Izmir
4 saints associated
Saint Benignus of Smyrna
A disciple of Saint Polycarp sent from Smyrna to evangelize Gaul, Saint Benignus established the faith in Autun, Langres…
Saint Ignatius of Antioch (Theophorus)
A disciple of Saint John and Bishop of Antioch, Ignatius was condemned by Emperor Trajan to be thrown to the beasts in R…
Saint Irenaeus of Lyon
Originally from Asia Minor and a disciple of Saint Polycarp, Irenaeus became the second Bishop of Lyon following the mar…
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are connected to Smyrna?
Saints associated with Smyrna: Saint Andeolus, Saint Benignus of Smyrna, Saint Ignatius of Antioch (Theophorus) and Saint Irenaeus of Lyon.
Where is Smyrna located today?
Smyrna corresponds today to Izmir.