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Detail of A BasRelief of The Coat of Arms of Auvergne Depicting Saint Amabilis Date And Artist Unknown Riom France Photographed On 4 May 2016 By Aavitus

Saint Amabilis of Auvergne

Also known as: Amabilis of Riom; Amabilis the Cantor

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day: 18 October; 3 July (Eastern calendar); 11 June on some calendars; 1 November on some calenders

Died: 475 of natural causes

Canonized: Pre-Congregation


Biography

Saint Amabilis of Auvergne, a revered figure in the Church of France, served faithfully within the ecclesiastical heartland of Auvergne. Born in the region, his life was dedicated to sacred service, beginning as cantor in the church of Saint Mary at Clermont. His musical and liturgical gifts led to his appointment as precentor of the Cathedral of Clermont


Patron Saint Of

Against demonic possession
against fire
against mental illness
against poison
against snake bite
against wild beasts
Auvergne, France
Riom, France

Representations & Symbols

Bishop listening to an angel playing music
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