temptation St Anthony 302 AD Christian priest martyrdom martyr Diocletian desert hermit celibacy solidarity God solitude cave
Anthony (died 302 AD) was an early Christian priest who suffered martyrdom with Anastasius, Julian, Celsus and Marcionilla, during the persecutions of Diocletian. He lived his life as a desert hermit and denounced the Roman way of life. He practiced celibacy and lived off roots and plants. He also shunned any visitors he received. He wished to live his life in complete solidarity with God.
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