St. Puplius asceticized in Egypt during the reign of Emperor Julian the Apostate. When Julian was preparing for war against the Persians, he sent the devil to scout the way for his army. The devil, having reached the place where Puplius lived, remained there for ten days, unable to move from the spot, as Puplius prayed with his hands raised to heaven, not ceasing his prayers. Having learned nothing, the devil returned to Julian, who became enraged and swore to take revenge on the monk. However, Julian was soon killed by an invisible force of God.
After this, one of Julian's military commanders, having parted with his possessions, came to Puplius, accepted monastic tonsure, and began to strive with him, excelling in virtues. St. Puplius continued his life in virtue and, having pleased God, departed to the eternal heavenly abodes.
