Saint Pelagius of Asturias, also known as Pelayo, is a revered figure in Christian history, particularly in Spain. He is celebrated for his role in the early resistance against the Muslim conquest of the Iberian Peninsula during the 8th century. According to tradition, Pelagius led a small group of Christians in a successful rebellion against Muslim forces, which marked the beginning of the Reconquista. Pelagius became the first king of the Asturian Kingdom and is often regarded as a symbol of Christian resistance. His legacy is commemorated in various religious texts and celebrations, and he is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church, with his feast day observed on October 26.