Saint
Saint Polycarp of Smyrna
Bishop of Smyrna who had known the apostle John, according to his disciple Irenaeus, and was martyred in old age.
Awaiting theological review
connected with
- ThemeMartyrdom →Early Christian source
- Church figurePolycarp of Smyrna →Popular devotion
- Catholic practiceWhy do Catholics keep relics? →Interpretation