He entered monastic life in early youth, and in time rose to the rank of Bishop in Chalcedon. As a hierarch, he showed outstanding compassion for the poor, caring for many orphans, widows and beggars. When the Emperor Leo the Armenian attacked the holy icons, Nicetas stood against him, and was driven into exile, where he reposed after much hardship and suffering.
Fler avsnitt av Saint of the Day
Visa alla avsnitt av Saint of the DaySaint of the Day med Dn. Jerome Atherholt, and Ancient Faith Ministries finns tillgänglig på flera plattformar. Informationen på denna sida kommer från offentliga podd-flöden.
