¿Por qué San Dionisio Areopagita es el Patrón de Jerez? La Diócesis recuerda el origen de una devoción con siglos de historia

The Diocese of Asidonia-Jerez released a publication explaining why San Dionisio Areopagita is the patron of Jerez de la Frontera. The diocese marks the feast day of the saint each October 9.

According to local historical tradition, the incorporation of Jerez to the Corona de Castilla occurred on October 9, 1264, during the reign of Alfonso X el Sabio. While historians debate the exact date of this medieval event, the coincidence with the feast of San Dionisio established his patronal link to the city.

This religious identity is maintained through the Real Iglesia de San Dionisio Areopagita in the plaza de la Asunción. The saint is mentioned in the book of the Hechos de los Apóstoles as one who accepted the faith after hearing the preaching of san Pablo in Atenas.