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    Onuphrius

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    Onuphrius's greatest accolade is his veneration as a saint across Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Oriental Orthodox churches. His feast day is celebrated annually, and his life has inspired countless works of art, including Jusepe de Ribera's painting. The Monastery of St Onuphrius the Great in Jerusalem stands as a lasting tribute, and his example of radical asceticism continues to resonate with believers today.

    Onuphrius receiving an award

    Honours & Distinctions

    Veneration as a saint

    Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, Oriental Orthodox churches·4th century onwards

    Recognized as a saint across multiple Christian traditions.

    Titular church in Rome

    Basilica of Sant'Onofrio al Gianicolo·2024

    The basilica serves as the titular church of Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, Latin Catholic patriarch of Jerusalem.

    Monastery dedicated to him in Jerusalem

    Monastery of St Onuphrius the Great·Ongoing

    Annual feast-day celebrations are held at the monastery.

    Artistic commemoration

    Jusepe de Ribera·ca. 1630

    Depicted in the painting 'Saint Onuphrius,' held in the Museo del Prado.