Amasio of Teano was a 4th-century Greek priest and the second bishop of Teano. After fleeing persecution from the Arian Emperor Constantius, he traveled to Italy following an invitation from Pope Julius I to preach in the Campania region. During his travels in Sora, he was known for performing miracles, such as curing a young boy suffering from gout. He was later appointed to the bishopric of Teano in 346 by the Pope, succeeding Saint Paris.
Life and ministry
Following his exile from Greece, Amasio served as a presbyter before his elevation to the episcopate. While preaching in Sora, he faced expulsion by followers of the Arian faction. In 346, he was consecrated as bishop in the Basilica of Santi Apostoli in Rome. He served the people of Teano, located in the Province of Caserta, until his death around the year 356.
Veneration and legacy
The inhabitants of Sora expressed their regret for his expulsion by constructing a church dedicated to him. Amasio is recognized as a saint in the Catholic and Orthodox traditions. His memory is maintained through various dioceses across central Italy, and his feast day is observed annually on 23 January.