James of Manug was a Christian martyr hailing from the Absu region of Lower Egypt. After completing his studies in Absu, he traveled to Farama, where he openly declared his Christian faith during a time of intense persecution. Alongside two companions, Abraham and John of Samanoud, he faced execution for his religious convictions. His martyrdom involved several brutal stages, including the removal of his tongue and the loss of his sight, before he was ultimately beheaded.
Life and martyrdom
A native of Manug, James pursued his education in the Absu area. While in Farama, he refused to renounce his faith during a period of persecution. He was executed alongside Abraham and John of Samanoud, two men from Gamndui. The process of his death was particularly severe, as he suffered the loss of his tongue and sight prior to his final beheading.
Veneration
He is honored within the Oriental and Orthodox traditions. The Coptic Church observes his feast day on August 10, while the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church commemorates him on August 11.