Saint Thyrsus, Martyr - Died 251

St. Thyrsus was martyred in 251 in Apollonia, Phrygia.  His relics were translated to several churches in northern Spain, where he is known as San Tirso.  His attribute is a bucksaw.

Feast day: January 28

At left, santo from Palas do Rei, Spain

Another image:
Statue from Palas do Rei

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