Saint Irenaeus of Lyon
Originally from Asia Minor and a disciple of Saint Polycarp, Irenaeus became the second Bishop of Lyon following the martyrdom of Saint Poth…
Iconographic attribute
torch
4 saints
Blessed Jean Bassand of Besançon
A Celestine religious born in Besançon, Jean Bassand was a major figure of his order, serving five times as provincial. A friend of Jean Ger…
Saint Silvin
Born in Toulouse and active in the 8th century, Saint Silvin renounced marriage to evangelize Morinie. A great pilgrim, he visited Jerusalem…
Saint Tozzo, Bishop of Augsburg
Bishop of Augsburg in the 7th century, Saint Tozzo evangelized the Allgäu region in Swabia. He is known for supporting Saint Magnus in the f…
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are depicted with torch?
Saints depicted with torch: Saint Irenaeus of Lyon, Blessed Jean Bassand of Besançon, Saint Silvin and Saint Tozzo, Bishop of Augsburg.