Who was St Adrian?
St. Adrian lived in the ancient city of Nicomedia during the fourth century. Under the Roman Emperor Diocletianus, Catholics were denounced, seized and brought in irons before the court of justice of the Emperor. St. Adrian was an officer for the imperial court.
How did Adrian become a Christian?
Thank you. Help Now > According to legend Adrian was a pagan officer at the imperial court of Nicomedia. Impressed by the courage of a group of Christians who were being tortured, he declared himself a Christian and was imprisoned with them and suffered excruciating tortures before he was put to death.
What happened to Adrian the Redemptor?
He converted to Christianity and refused to persecute the Christians any longer. After his proclamation of faith in Jesus Christ, St. Adrian was immediately brought before the imperial court and was tortured and beheaded on March 4, 304. He was 28 years old. Images of St. Adrian generally feature weapons and anvils.
How old was Adrian when he was beheaded?
After his proclamation of faith in Jesus Christ, St. Adrian was immediately brought before the imperial court and was tortured and beheaded on March 4, 304. He was 28 years old.