Source: Passio Sanctorum Montani, Lucii et sociorum eorum
Religion • Historical Archive • 🇹🇳 Tunisia • 5 views

Saint Montanus of Carthage 🇹🇳

Sanctus Montanus (Known as "Montanus of Carthage")
Deacon of Carthage, Disciple of Cyprian, Martyr
Born c. 225 AD 🇹🇳 Carthage, Tunisia
Passed Away Feb 24, 0259 Carthage, Tunisia
Lifespan ~34 years old
5 views
Notice / Correction
"He who preserves peace and charity within his heart carries a sanctuary no dungeon can darken."

Archival Overview

Beloved deacon of Carthage and spiritual disciple of Saint Cyprian who suffered months in dark Carthage dungeons before his joyful martyrdom in 259 AD.

Biographical Record

Saint Montanus was an educated deacon in the church of Carthage. Following the martyrdom of Bishop Cyprian in 258 AD, Roman authorities rounded up Cyprian's closest clerical associates under Emperor Valerian.

Imprisoned in a pitch-black cell where they were denied bread and water for weeks, Montanus authored prison letters preserved in the *Passio Montani et Lucii*, describing mystical visions and encouraging unity among believers. When led to the execution field outside Carthage, he prayed for peace among the churches before submitting his neck to the sword.

Memorial Guestbook & Tributes

0 messages recorded

Leave a Respectful Tribute

No tributes recorded yet. Be the first to leave a message in honor of Saint Montanus of Carthage.

Final Resting Place

Perpetual Memorial
Area of Marculus Cemetery
Carthage, Tunisia
GPS: 36.8570, 10.3260
View on Memory Atlas
Archival Standards PastLegacies adheres to strict neutral biographical guidelines and legal standards of remembrance. Next-of-kin may request modifications or removal at any time via our expedited process.