Mnason of Cyprus

Saint Mnason, Bishop of Tamassos in Cyprus, the early disciple named in the Acts of the Apostles.

Mnason of Cyprus is mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles as an early disciple who gave hospitality to Saint Paul in Jerusalem. Tradition relates that he was made Bishop of Tamassos by Saint Herakleidios.

He shepherded the Christians of Cyprus in apostolic times and reposed in peace.

Feast day

On the New Calendar, Mnason of Cyprus is commemorated on October 18. Churches on the Old (Julian) Calendar keep the feast on October 31 of the civil calendar.

Also commemorated on October 18

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