Saint Trophimus was a Christian martyr and one of the early followers of Jesus Christ. He is traditionally recognized as one of the first bishops of Arles, a city in southern France. His life is celebrated for his dedication to spreading Christianity in the region during the 1st century. Trophimus is often associated with the spread of the faith in Gaul and is venerated as a saint in both the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church. His feast day is observed on July 29, commemorating his contributions to early Christianity and his eventual martyrdom.