The bishop of Prussia was named after the city of Prussia, in the Roman province of Bithynia. He was a bishop there for a short time, only 2 years, but left a good memory. The inhabitants loved their bishop for his kindness and faithfulness to the teachings of Christ. His enemies hated him for his persistent faith and ability to attract new believers. For his love of God and meekness, Timothy was given the gift of miracle-working. But its main purpose was evangelization.
When, on the orders of Emperor Justinian, the saint was thrown into prison, he converted his jailers to the true faith.
Fearing such influence, Justinian ordered Timothy to be killed. His head was cut off. Local Christians buried the remains and later moved them to Constantinople.
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June 23
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