Maximus of Turin

Maximus was bishop of Turin from about 398 and was known as a preacher; Gennadius mentions his sermons. Some 100 sermons are accepted as his today, but older collections (Bruni, 1784) include many pieces by other writers.

Dates

d. between 408 and 423 (approximate)

See or city

Turin

Region

Northern Italy

Notes

Venerated as a saint in the Catholic church (25 June).

Works

• Homilies of Maximus of Turin (Bruni's collection)Maximi Taurinensis Homiliae · ca. 400-465
• Sermons of Maximus of Turin (Bruni's collection)Maximi Taurinensis Sermones · ca. 400-465
• Tractates of Maximus of Turin (Bruni's collection)Maximi Taurinensis Tractatus · ca. 400-465