Basil of Amasea was a fourth-century metropolitan and martyr who served the Christian community in Pontus. Born around 296, he was an active participant in early church councils, including the meetings at Ancyra and Neo-Caesarea in 314. During the reign of Licinius, he faced intense persecution alongside other clergy in the region. He is recognized for his steadfast theological stance regarding the nature of the Son, which aligned him with the orthodox teachings of his era.