Clement of Metz

Saint Clement of Metz ( † towards the end of the 3rd century ) was the first bishop of Metz. His feast day is November 23, based on the Memorial of St. Clement of Rome. Illustrations show Clement of Metz in episcopal garb in cleaning of Metz amphitheater of the snake infestation.

History

Little is known about the life of St. Clement. At the site of the Roman amphitheater at the gates of Metz church and the graveyard is demonstrated for the second half of the 3rd century. Later said to have stood on the same spot a Clement's Church, today one can see the main train station of Metz.

After Torsy to have been transferred by order of the Bishop Hermann of Metz in the Episcopal Church in 1090, the relics of St. Clement. In the turmoil of the French Revolution, the remains were scattered.

Legend

Clemens is said to have freed the city of Metz by a snake plague and the Dragon Graoully.

According to legend, the Apostle Peter sent three missionaries in the area of Metz: Clemens, Felix and Celest. Clemens saved by miraculous power of a stag before the hounds a hunting party. A little later he awoke suddenly deceased daughter of the praetor Orgus to life. Finally, he freed the dragon Graoully Metz, he led by his stole out of the city and had swallowed by the earth.

A model of the dragon, which was led through the city in processions, is now on display in the crypt of the Cathedral of Metz.