Saints of Egypt

5 saints on this site whose lives are tied to Egypt. Read their stories and notice who stays with you.

Egyptian Christian who gave away his wealth c. 270 and became a father of desert monks.

For those who want to grow in prayer and self-discipline.

Bishop of Alexandria in the 300s who defended the divinity of Christ through five exiles.

For those willing to stand alone for the truth.

Learned young martyr of Alexandria c. 305, famous in legend for debating pagan philosophers.

For students and anyone who loves to think hard about the faith.

Early disciple linked to Peter and Paul who wrote the Gospel of Mark.

For anyone who has had a rocky start and kept going.

Penitent of Alexandria who lived for decades in the desert beyond the Jordan.

For anyone struggling with sin who wants to believe God can change their life.