Saint Minias

Saint Minias, also known as Miniatus, is considered the founder of Florence, Italy, in legend. According to tradition, he was a Christian martyr and the son of a Roman senator, who chose to stay in Florence to escape persecution and spread Christianity. He became a monk and was eventually executed for his faith, symbolizing the city's Christian roots. Though historical details are scarce and largely based on legend, Saint Minias is honored as a pioneering Christian figure in Florence’s early history, and his name is associated with the foundational mythology of the city.