Arsenius of Corfu

Arsenius of Corfu

Saint Arsenius (Arsenios) of Corfu, also known as Arsenius of Kerkyra, (d. 800 AD or perhaps 959 AD) is one of the principal patron saints of Corfu along with Saint Spyridon. He was born in Constantinople to the Jewish faith. He became a Christian and the first bishop of Corfu.

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* [http://www.saintpatrickdc.org/ss/0119.htm#arse Saints of January 19: Arsenius of Corfu]


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