According to the Roman Martyrology, he was the son of Cleophas who was St. Joseph’s brother. Therefore, he was the first cousin of Jesus. When James was martyred, he succeeded him as Bishop of Jerusalem. In the year 66 he was supernaturally warned that the Romans were going to destroy Jerusalem. He led a group of Christians to Pella and remained until it was safe to return to Jerusalem. Both Emperors Vespasian and Domitian decreed that all people of Jewish origin be put to death but Simeon escaped. He was arrested by the Roman Governor, Atticus and was tortured and crucified. He was well over 100 years old. He may be the same Simeon as the one called the Zealot.
FEAST DAY- February 18
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Responsorial Psalm
Blessed the man you instruct, O Lord.
Quiz
Yesterday’s Answer-
(a) Caiaphas
Today’s Question-
What unusual effect did the outpouring of the Holy Spirit have on those gathered on the day of Pentecost?
(a) filled with fear (b) different tongues (c) fell asleep