St. OPTATUS
Christian Saint
Sinner-loving Bishop of Milevum
Optatus was Bishop of the old Roman city of Milevum aka Melevis in Numidia.
An early church leader, he seems to have spent most of his time trying to stem the tide of Donatism and prevent a terrible schism.
Donatists believed that the church was meant for Holy folk only and that mortal sinners must be excluded at all costs.
Of course he succeeded in his mission, as the church is open to everyone and sinners are particular welcome.
St. Optatus Facts and Figures
Name: Optatus
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:
Gender: Male
Type: Saint
Birth and Death Dates: ???-385
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present
Role: Unknown at present
Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 3169
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Article last revised on May 15, 2026 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders
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