Athanasius of Brest

Hieromartyr

Commemorated July 20 · September 5

The Hieromartyr Athanasius of Brest , also Athanasius Philippovich or Atanazy Filipowicz was a monk and hegumen of the Monastery of St. Simeon in Brest during the seventeenth century. He was martyred for his very strong opposition to the Union of Brest . He is commemorated on September 5 . The uncovering and transfer of his relics is commemorated on July 20 .

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