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St. Ignatius of Antioch
Painting of St. Ignatius of Antioch, tempera and oil paint on panel by an anonymous artist, 1400–99.
Burrus was a deacon from the church of Ephesus who provided significant support to St. Ignatius of Antioch during his journey to Rome.1
When Ignatius was held in Smyrna, Burrus was among the representatives from nearby churches who met him to assist with his needs. At Ignatius's request, Burrus was permitted to remain with him as a companion. Burrus later accompanied Ignatius to Troas and was entrusted with delivering letters from Ignatius to the Christian congregations in Philadelphia and Smyrna.1