Saint Panteleimon Simple Series

Saint Panteleimon Simple Series

Saint Panteleimons was born around the middle of the 3rd century in Nicomedia, Vitynia, in Asia Minor. his knowledge and good relationship with imperial family made him a doctor in the court of Emperor Diocletian. But he finally embraced Christianity. This change occurred after meeting Saint Ermolaos, at the time of a persecution against Christians. He was denounced by many as a Christian, because he distributed his property to the poor. So he was arrested was called to sacrifice to the idols to be released. But he refused, saying he would not sacrifice to false gods. It was decided to torture him with many horribles acts without any bringing him to death. He was finally beheaded on July 27, where he celebrates.