Saint Theophilus of Cyprus

Memorial

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Eighth-century soldier, sailor and admiral of the Christian fleet stationed on Cyprus. Captured in battle by invading Muslims, he was imprisoned for four years, then ordered to renounce Christianity and convert to Islam; he refused. Martyr.

Died

Canonized

Additional Information

MLA Citation

  • “Saint Theophilus of Cyprus“. CatholicSaints.Info. 21 July 2016. Web. 29 April 2024. <>