St. Hyginus, Pope and Martyr

St. Hyginus, Pope and Martyr

St. Hyginus was born in Greece and became the ninth Bishop of Rome (Pope) around the mid-2nd century, serving from approximately 138 to 142 AD. During his papacy, he defended the Church against various heresies, including Gnosticism, by affirming core Christian doctrines and the proper structure of Church leadership. He is also credited with clarifying certain ecclesiastical practices, helping to maintain unity among the faithful. Despite facing…