Saint Pantaleon hailed from Nicomedia, a city near the Black Sea in Asia. His exceptional skills as a doctor earned him the coveted role of personal physician to the Emperor. Though a Christian, Pantaleon was negatively influenced by the pagan court, leading him to abandon his faith completely.

However, a chance encounter with a devout priest named Hermolaos led Pantaleon to realize the grave mistake he had made. The priest’s words resonated deeply with Pantaleon, leading him to repent and rejoin the Church. Overwhelmed with remorse, he yearned for a chance to redeem himself, even if it meant suffering or dying for his faith.

In the meantime, Pantaleon emulated the charity of Jesus by treating poor, sick people without charging any fees for his services.

When Emperor Diocletian began persecuting Christians, Pantaleon responded by giving away all his possessions to the needy. Not long after, he was accused of being a Christian himself. He was forced to choose between renouncing his faith and facing execution. Despite the brutal tortures, Pantaleon refused to deny his faith.

Devotion to Saint Pantaleon has remained strong over the centuries. In the East, he is revered as the “Great Martyr and Wonder-worker.” His feast day is celebrated on July 27th.

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