Flavianus of Autun was a bishop who served the see of Autun during the late 5th century. Although historical details regarding his life remain scarce, he is recognized as a saint within the Catholic Church. His tenure as bishop is positioned between those of Eufronio and Pragmazio in the episcopal lists of the region. He is traditionally associated with the bishop Flavichonus, who lived during the reign of King Clovis I.
Historical context
Very little is known about this figure, yet he appears in the Jeromian martyrology. Historical records place his leadership after Eufronio, who was last documented in 475, and before Pragmazio, who was noted in 517. Some scholars link him to Flavichonus, a bishop mentioned in the life of Saint Eptadius during the era of the Merovingian kings.
Veneration
The Catholic Church commemorates him as a saint. According to the Roman Martyrology, which was updated following the Second Vatican Council, his feast day is observed on August 23. This date serves as the primary liturgical remembrance of his life and service as a bishop in Autun.