In Toledo, during the time of Leovigild, the persecution against the Catholic faith begins, even causing the death of his son Hermenegild. In this context of intense religious pressure, Leandro is forced to leave his Church and his homeland. Despite the adverse circumstances, Leandro dedicates his time to prayer, his pastoral work, the study of Sacred Scripture, and writing a letter to his sister Florentina, which will become a reference point for women's monastic life.
Subsequently, Leandro moves to Seville, where he stands out as Archbishop. In the year 589, he convenes the III Council of Toledo, during which Recaredo, son of Leovigild, abjures the Arian errors and adopts the Catholic faith, thus achieving the unity of the Visigothic kingdom and peace. Leandro leaves an important legacy by achieving this religious unity and pacifying the Visigothic kingdom.
Saint Leandro, brother of the also saints Isidore, Fulgencio, and Florentina, is remembered for his evangelizing work and his contribution to the conversion of the Visigoths from Arian heresy to the Catholic faith. His influential life is recognized for his dedication to teaching, preaching, and spreading orthodox doctrine in the Spain of his time.
The biography of Saint Leandro highlights his deep influence on the religious and cultural life of the time, as well as his role in the conversion of the Arians to Catholicism. Despite political and religious adversities, his pastoral work and commitment to the unity of the Visigothic kingdom are remembered as an example of strength and dedication.
