Martyr
Alexander of Caesarea
Martyr of Caesarea in Palestine
Thrown to wild beasts in the amphitheater with Priscus and Malchus in the persecution of Valerian.
Life
Holy Martyr Alexander of Caesarea was thrown to wild beasts in the amphitheatre, together with Saints Priscus and Malchus, in the persecution begun by the Emperor Valerian, in the year 260. The three are commemorated on 28 March.
Commemorated the same day March 28
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Hilarion of GdovVenerableMar 28- Abibas of PersiaMartyrMar 28
- Basil MalininHieromartyrMar 28
- CairnechSaintMar 28
- Cassan of LomdualSaintMar 28