The Martyrdom of Saint Mercurius the General

The Martyrdom of Saint Mercurius the General tells the life and martyrdom of St Philopater Mercurius, for everyone who loves the stories of the saints. It is part of our All-Time Heroes series.

St Philopater Mercurius was born to Christian parents at a time of severe persecution. A young officer in the army, he defeated the whole army of the barbarians with the sword given to him by the angel of the Lord.

When he refused to worship foreign gods, he endured great trials for the sake of his faith. As the Gospel says, "Then the righteous will shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father."

The All-Time Heroes from All Times series presents the lives of saints and heroes of faith from the time of Jesus until today. This book tells the story of St Philopater Mercurius.

Book details

• Format: Printed book
• Pages: 60
• Published: 2019, St Shenouda Press
• ISBN: 9780648575436