Anastasius II of Antioch

Anastasius II of Antioch, also known as Anastasius the Younger, succeeded Anastasius of Antioch as Eastern Orthodox Patriarch of Antioch, in 599. He is known for his opposition and suppression of simony in his diocese, with the support of Pope Gregory the Great. In 609 Anastasius is said to have been murdered during an uprising of Syrian Jews against Emperor Phocas, although some Monophysite locals or soldiers have also been suggested.[1][2]

Saint Anastasius
Eastern Orthodox Patriarch of Antioch and Martyr
Born550
Died609
Antioch
Venerated inRoman Catholic Church Eastern Orthodox Church
CanonizedPre-Congregation
Feast
  • 20 April Eastern Orthodox
  • 21 December Roman Catholic

Anastasius is one of the 140 Colonnade saints which adorn St. Peter's Square.

References
  1. J. D. Frendo, "Who killed Anastasius II?" Jewish Quarterly Review vol. 72 (1982), 202-4)
  2. Saint Anastasius II of Antioch Patron Saint Index Archived January 2, 2009, at the Wayback Machine
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