Florian (Latin: Florianus; AD 250 – c. 304) was a Christian holy man and the patron saint of chimney sweeps, soapmakers, and firefighters. His feast day is 4 May.

The St. Florian commemorated in the Roman Martyrology on May 4th, was an officer of the Roman army, who occupied a high administrative post in Noricum, now part of Austria, and who suffered …

May 1, 2015 · Put to death for refusing to kill Christians as ordered by Emperor Diocletian, St. Florian is the man who has been given the title of patron saint of firefighters and floods.

Saint Florian, whose legendary tale has been passed down through the centuries, is believed to have lived during the early 4th century. While the exact dates of his life remain uncertain, his legacy has …

May 3, 2025 · Because of his association with fire, St. Florian is the patron saint of firefighters and chimney sweeps and has been invoked for protection from both fire and water.

Our Patron in the Firehouse: Florian isn’t just a Saint from history—he’s a Patron for the Fire Service today. By tradition and by prayer, he’s invoked by firefighters around the world. His image is found in …

St. Florian, a Roman officer turned Christian martyr, courageously stood firm in his faith amid fierce persecution. Known for organizing firefighting brigades, he risked his life to protect others.

St. Florian is the patron saint of firefighters, protection from fire, chimneysweeps, against drowning, and against water damage, as well as Linz, Austria and the country of Poland.

May 4, 2025 · The Saint Florian commemorated in the Roman Martyrology on May 4th, was an officer of the Roman army, who occupied a high administrative post in Noricum, now part of Austria, and who …

Florian converted to Christianity and his secret beliefs were discovered when he refused to make sacrifices and worship the Roman gods. He was sentenced to death but first tortured by a variety of …