Eumenes | |
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Bishop of Gortyna | |
Born | 3rd-7th Century |
Residence | Crete |
Died | Thebaid |
Feast | September 18 |
Major works | Killed a venomous snake, drove out demons, and healed the sick |
Saint Eumenes (or Eumenius) was a bishop of Gortyna in Crete during the 7th century (some sources say 3rd century). His feast day occurs on September 18. He gave up his wealth as a young man and was chosen as bishop of Gortyna. Many miracles are attributed to him: he killed a venomous snake, drove out demons, and healed the sick. He performed miracles at Gortyna, Rome, and in the Thebaid. He died in exile in the Thebaid.