Verus of Vienne was a 4th-century Catholic bishop who served the city of Vienne in France. While his early life remains undocumented, historical records indicate he participated in the Council of Arles in 314. Some chronological interpretations suggest he was the fourth individual to hold his episcopal seat. He is recognized as a saint within the Catholic tradition and is commemorated annually on August 1.
Historical accounts
Historical records regarding his specific timeline vary. Some scholars, such as Chevalier, proposed an earlier bishop named Verus who lived during the reign of Emperor Trajan. This earlier figure was allegedly linked to a letter from Pope Pius I, though modern historians generally consider that specific document to be spurious. The most widely accepted chronology places him in the early 4th century.
Veneration
He is honored as a saint in the Catholic Church. His memory is preserved in liturgical calendars, including the Martyrologium of Ado and the works of the Bollandists. His feast day is observed on August 1.