Psote (died 300), also known as Bisada, Besada, Psate/Psati, Abashadi, Abassadius, or Beshada, was a bishop of Ebsay in Upper Egypt.
St. Apa Psote was a revered Coptic Orthodox bishop from the city of Psoi, known for his devout faith and martyrdom during the Diocletianic Persecution, a time of severe repression against Christians in the Roman Empire.
He became a shepherd to his flock, providing guidance, comfort, and support to Christians during a time of intense persecution under the Roman Emperor Diocletian.
Alongside his fellow bishop, Callinico (Gallinikos), he traveled throughout the region, spreading the word of God, reinforcing Christian communities, and offering solace to those suffering under the oppressive regime.
In response, Diocletian issued an ultimatum: the bishops were to renounce their faith and offer sacrifices to the Roman gods or face execution.