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Lucius of Britain

Lucius of Britain

Saint
December 3 · †200

Lucius of Britain († c. 200) — Saint, monarch. Feast day: 3 December.

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Lucius of Britain was a legendary monarch of the Britons during the 2nd century. He is traditionally credited with introducing Christianity to his people after requesting to convert through a letter sent to Pope Eleutherius. While his historical existence is debated by scholars, who suggest he may be a legendary figure or a misidentification of an Edessan ruler, he remains a significant figure in British Christian tradition. He is commemorated as a saint in various traditions, with his feast day observed on 3 December.

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