Saint Alypius of Thagaste
A disciple and intimate friend of Saint Augustine, Alypius was initially drawn to the circus games and Manichaeism befor…
Place
Thagaste
DZ
Today: Souk Ahras
6 saints associated
Saint Augustine of Hippo
Born in Thagaste in 354, Augustine led a dissipated youth and strayed into Manichaeism before his sudden conversion in M…
Saint Firmus of Thagaste
Bishop of Tagaste in the 4th century, Firme distinguished himself by his firmness of character and charity. He preferred…
Saint Melanie the Younger
Born into an illustrious Roman family, Melania the Younger renounced an immense fortune to live in poverty and continenc…
Saint Monica
Born in Tagaste in 332, Saint Monica dedicated her life to the conversion of her pagan husband Patricius and her son Aug…
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are connected to Thagaste?
Saints associated with Thagaste: Saint Alypius of Thagaste, Saint Augustine of Hippo, Saint Firmus of Thagaste, Saint Melanie the Younger and Saint Monica.
Where is Thagaste located today?
Thagaste corresponds today to Souk Ahras.