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| The Martyrdom of the Four Holy Crowned Martyrs attributed to Francesco Trevisani |
Præsta, quǽsumus, omnípotens Deus: ut, qui gloriósos Mártyres fortes in sua conessióne cognóvimus, pios apud te in nostra intercessióne sentiámus. Per Dóminum nostrum Jesum Christum. Fíllum tuum. qui tecum vivit et regnat in unitáte Spíritus Sancti, Deus, per ómnia sǽcula sæculórum.November 8th is the Feast of the Four Holy Crowned Martyrs—Claudius, Nicostratus, Simpronian, and Castorius—who lived in Rome during the reign of Emperor Diocletian (early 4th century). These Christian sculptors were commanded to carve idols of pagan gods but refused, boldly professing their faith in Christ. For their steadfastness, they were scourged and put to death.
Renowned as patrons of sculptors, stonemasons, and craftsmen, they embody the sanctification of labor and the courage to uphold truth against worldly demands. Their relics rest in the Basilica of Santi Quattro Coronati in Rome, where they have been venerated for centuries.
Four Holy Crowned Martyrs, orate pro nobis.
In celebration of his feast, we offer this prayer:
Grant, we beseech Thee, O almighty God, that we, who have known the fortitude of the glorious martyrs in bearing witness to Thee, may experience the fruit of their intercession with Thee. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, Thy Son, Who lives and reigns with Thee In the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, forever and ever.