Nestor of Magydos
Bishop in Pamphylia, martyred in 251 AD under Emperor Decius.
- Antiquity
- Feast day February 25
- † 251
- Martyr
- Bishop
Saint Nestor was the Bishop of Magydos, a city in Pamphylia (modern-day Turkey). He suffered martyrdom during the persecution under Emperor Decius, in 251 AD. Arrested for his faith, he was subjected to various tortures and eventually crucified.
Sayings for the day — February 25
- Quand février commence en lion, il finit en mouton.