Saint Apollinaris

"S. Apollinaris Episcopi Mart" refers to **Saint Apollinaris**, who was a bishop and a martyr. He is believed to have served as the first Bishop of Ravenna for twenty to twenty-six years. He was a disciple of Saint Peter and was made by him the Bishop of Ravenna. He was crowned with martyrdom during the reign of Emperor Vespasian

. The phrase "S. Apollinaris Episcopi Mart" is often seen in the context of the Traditional Latin Mass, specifically on the feast day of Saint Apollinaris, which is celebrated on July 23. The phrase "Missa 'Sacerdótes Dei'" refers to the Mass of "Priests of God", which is often celebrated on this day.

Saint Apollinaris, also known as Apollinaris of Ravenna, is a revered figure in Christian history. Here are some key details about his life and legacy:

Apollinaris came from Antioch to Rome with the Prince of the Apostles, who ordained him a bishop and sent him to Ravenna to preach the Gospel of the Lord Christ. Here, when Apollinaris had converted many pagans to faith in Christ, he was seized by the priests of the idols and beaten severely. When his prayers brought the gift of speech to a nobleman named Boniface who had been dumb for a long time and freed his daughter from an unclean spirit, a commotion was again raised against Apollinaris, and he suffered many kinds of torments. Afterwards, preaching the Gospel throughout Emilia, he turned many of the people away from the worship of idols. He came back to Ravenna, exhorted the Christians to constancy in the faith and died the glorious death of a martyr. His body was buried near the city wall.

- **Origins**: Saint Apollinaris was born in Antioch, Syria, which is now Antakya in modern-day Turkey.

- **Bishop of Ravenna**: According to tradition, he was made the first Bishop of Ravenna by Saint Peter himself. His tenure as bishop lasted for twenty-six years during which he faced nearly constant persecution.

- **Preaching and Miracles**: Saint Apollinaris was known for his preaching and the miracles he performed. His efforts won many converts to the faith, which attracted the attention of government officials and pagans of that time.

- **Martyrdom**: He was martyred in Ravenna, Italy, and his death is commemorated on July 23. He was honored by the Church of Classis near Ravenna with a glorious martyrdom.

- **Patronage**: Saint Apollinaris is the patron saint of epilepsy and gout, as well as the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy and several cities including Aachen, Burtscheid, Düsseldorf, Ravenna, and Remagen.

- **Legacy**: A beautiful basilica honoring Saint Apollinaris was built in the sixth century in Classis, a suburb of Ravenna.

Saint Apollinaris' life and work exemplify the dedication and sacrifice often associated with early Christian leaders. His story continues to inspire many people around the world.

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