Bishop
The holy bishop Milius came from the Persian land. After receiving holy baptism, he studied the Holy Scriptures and, having obtained a Christian education, devoted himself to monastic life in Susa, where he was ordained as a bishop. The saint worked hard, rebuking the pagans, for which he suffered insults and was expelled from the city, having foretold its destruction.
After the destruction of Susa, the saint went to Jerusalem, then to the Nitrian desert, where he spent two years. Returning to Persia, he performed miracles, healing the sick and casting out demons. His miracles led many to turn to Christ.
The ruler of the region, Hormizd, Guhriz, imprisoned Milius and his disciples. At the trial, the holy confessor boldly defended his faith, for which he was pierced with a sword by the ruler and his brother. Before his death, he foretold their imminent demise, which came to pass the next day during a hunt.
The bodies of the holy martyrs were buried with honors, and their memory is celebrated on November 12.
