Christian mythology

A selection of Christian Martyrs, Hermits & Virgins

St. CASSIAN OF IMOLA

Christian Saint

Also known as Cassius

Patron Saint of Schoolteachers and Shorthand Writers

A Christian schoolmaster in Imola in Bolgna, he would not sacrifice homework to the Pagan Gods of Rome. So his pupils stabbed him to death with their pens. Thus proving the pen is more deadly than the sword.

He is now the Patron Saint of School Teachers and Shorthand Writers, and also Imola and Mexico City

St. Cassian of Imola Facts and Figures

Name: Cassian of Imola
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Cassius

Gender: Male
Type: Saint
Birth and Death Dates: 360-433
Celebration or Feast Day: August 13th

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 1831

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Article last revised on April 07, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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