Pedro Ortiz de Zárate Garnica was a 17th-century Spanish Catholic priest born in San Salvador de Jujuy. Coming from a family of conquerors with significant political influence, he initially served as a royal lieutenant in his hometown. After the death of his wife, Petronila de Ibarra y Murguía, he transitioned from civilian life to the priesthood in 1675. He is recognized as a saint and a martyr for his death during a missionary journey in 1683.