Quadratus of Athens
Saint Quadratus of Athens | |
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Martyrdom of Saint Quadratus depicted in the 11th-century Menologion of Basil II. | |
| Bishop of Athens, Apologist | |
| Born | Late 1st century Likely Asia Minor |
| Died | 129 CE Athens, Roman Greece |
| Venerated in | Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church |
| Canonized | Pre-Congregation |
| Feast | 26 May (Catholic Church), 21 September (Eastern Orthodox Church) |
| Patronage | Apologists |
Quadratus of Athens (Ancient Greek: Κοδρᾶτος; fl. 2nd century) was an early Christian apologist, traditionally regarded as a disciple of the Apostles and one of the Seventy Apostles. He is celebrated as one of the earliest Christian apologists, best known for presenting an apology to Emperor Hadrian during his visit to Athens around 124–125 CE. His work, which defended the Christian faith against its critics, highlighted what he saw as the enduring impact of Jesus' miracles. Quadratus is also associated with the apostolic tradition and is recognized as the Bishop of Athens, succeeding Saint Publius. His feast day is observed on May 26 in the Catholic Church and September 21 in the Eastern Orthodox Church.