Hilary of Poitiers Saint

Hilary (Hilarius) of Poitiers (c. 300 – c. 368) was Bishop of Poitiers and is a Doctor of the Church. He was sometimes referred to as the "Hammer of the Arians" (Latin: Malleus Arianorum) and the "Athanasius of the West." His name comes from the Latin word for happy or cheerful. His optional memorial in the General Roman Calendar is 13 January. In the past, when this date was occupied by the Octave Day of the Epiphany, his feast day was moved to 14 January.

Personal facts

Birth date	January 01, 0300
Birth place	Gaul , Poitiers , France
Date of death	January 01, 0368
Place of death	Poitiers
Title	Malleus Arianorum and the Athanasius of the West; Bishop Confessor and Doctor of the Church