Saint Nicodemus of Mammola, also known as Nicodemus of Cirò, Nicodemus of Cellerano, or Nicodemus of Kellerano, was born in the early 10th century in Cirò, Catanzaro, Italy. He was the son of Theophanes and Pandia. From a young age, Nicodemus was drawn to the monastic life and was educated by a local priest named Father Galatone, who was known for his learning and piety. Nicodemus's desire...