Martyr Tathion of Claudiopolis

Saint Tation was from Mantinaion, in the Metropolis of Claudiopolis in Erdela. He was arrested by pagans and brought before the governor Urbanus. During his interrogation, he courageously and firmly declared that he was a Christian. He was thrown into prison, where he remained steadfast in his faith and was subjected to severe tortures.

His body was brutally beaten and dragged through the city. When he reached the city gates, the saint made the sign of the Cross upon himself. At that moment, he heard a voice announcing the joyful life that awaited him. Thus, he gave up his spirit.

His martyrdom is dated to the time of Emperor Diocletian, around the year 305.

The Church celebrates his memory on August 24.