Martyrius, was born in Cappadocia during the first half of the fifth century. After spending some time at the Laura of Ethymiusin 457 CE, he lived as a hermit in a nearby cave. Later, After entering the Holy Orders, Martyrius served as a priest of the Church of the Holy Sepulcher in Jerusalem. He became Patriarch of Jerusalemin 478 and served until 486. It is believed that he built the monastery along the road from Jericho to Jerusalem bearing his name at this time.
Martyrius of Jerusalem was Patriarch of Jerusaleminfrom 478 to 486.
