Bianor of Pisidia

Holy Martyr Bianor of Pisidia was a confessor of Christ, a native of the region of Pisidia in Asia Minor, and received the crown of martyrdom together with Silvanus.

As a confessor of Christianity he was brought before the governor of the city of Isauria in Lycaonia, who tried to force him to renounce Christ. The saint stood firm in the true faith despite ingenious tortures. A man named Silvanus saw the martyr's sufferings. Bianor's patience and courage kindled faith in Christ in Silvanus, who declared it openly. His tongue was cut out at once and then his head. Bianor, after long torments, was also beheaded.

The saint is commemorated on 23 July, in the new style, together with Silvanus.