Born about 316 in Hungary as the son of an army officer, Martin of pagan parents when conscripted into military, turned out to be a Christian catechumen, was baptized at 18.

When he became a conscientious objector, charges were framed against him but when they were dropped, he pursued his vocation as a monk. In 360, Martin settled in Gaul and founded the first monastery there.

In 371 Martin was proclaimed bishop of Tours by the people. He served as a bishop and converted pagans to the faith until his death in 397. His biography by Sulpicius Severus relates the many good works and wondrous deeds by Martin.

In art, he is usually depicted on horseback, handing his cloak to a poor man. Martin is a patron of France, soldiers and vintners.

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