Saint Auspicius of Toul
Saint Auspicius was bishop of Toul in the mid-5th century, recognized for his holiness and merit. Esteemed by Sidonius Apollinaris, he advised Count Arbogast of Trier through prose writings that have been preserved by tradition.
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WRITINGS OF SAINT AUSPICIUS.
Episcopate and Renown
Saint Auspice governed the Church of Toul in the middle of the 5th century, distinguishing himself by his holiness and exceptional merit.
The date of the writi ngs of Auspice, which have come down to us, can help to determine the time of his episcopate. He governed the church of Toul towards the middle of the 5th century. The rare merit and holiness of this prelate attracted the esteem of all the people who knew him or who heard of him. Sidonius Apollinaris, who was bishop of Clermont, heaps praise upon him in a letter that he wrote to Count Arbogast, governor of the city of Trier and grandson of Arbogast, a Gallic count, general of the army of Valentinian II, with whom Baronius had confused him. This count had asked Sidonius Apollinaris to instruct him in his duties. The bishop of Clermont advised him to address himself preferably to Lupus of Troyes and to Auspi ce of Toul, fro m whom he could draw all the more help as they were his neighbors and as, moreover, they possessed all the qualities that befit their character.
Recommendation by Sidonius Apollinaris
Bishop Sidonius Apollinaris praises Auspicius in a letter to Count Arbogastes, recommending him as a spiritual advisor.
Arbogastes addressed him self to the bish op of the Leuci. He received from him a reply, in aligned prose, which tradition has preserved and whose thoughts and style, by inspiring piety, perfectly justify the impression that Apollinaris had given of his illustrious friend.
Correspondence with Arbogast
Auspice responds to Count Arbogast with a writing in rhythmic prose, testifying to his piety and literary qualities.
Notice due to the kindness of Abbé Guillaume, ch aplain of the ducal chapel in Nancy, author of a scholarly history of the diocese of Toul, in 5 volumes in-8°.
Historiographical sources
The entry is based on the work of Abbé Guillaume, a historian of the diocese of Toul in the 19th century.
Notice provided through the kindness of Abbé Guillaume, chaplain of the ducal chapel in Nancy, author of a scholarly history of the diocese of Toul, in 5 octavo volumes.
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Frequently asked questions about Saint Auspicius of Toul
Who was Saint Auspicius of Toul?
Saint Auspicius was bishop of Toul in the mid-5th century, recognized for his holiness and merit. Esteemed by Sidonius Apollinaris, he advised Count Arbogast of Trier through prose writings that have been preserved by tradition.
What is Saint Auspicius of Toul the patron saint of?
Patronage of Saint Auspicius of Toul: Toul.
Which saints were contemporaries of Saint Auspicius of Toul?
Contemporaries include: Saint Augustine of Hippo, Saint Honoratus of Arles, Saint James of Tarentaise and Saint Jerome of Stridon.
When did Saint Auspicius of Toul die?
Saint Auspicius of Toul died around 500.
What are the other names of Saint Auspicius of Toul?
Other forms of the name: Auspicius.
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Key Events
- Episcopate in Toul in the mid-5th century
- Correspondence with Count Arbogast
- Drafting of a prose response addressed to Arbogast