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08 works, Today, October 26th, is Martyr Saint Demetrius’ day, his story illustrated #297
Martyr Demetrius, the Outpourer of Myrrh, was a native of Thessalonica, born of noble parents. His wisdom and distinction in battle earned him rapid advancement in the service of the Empire: in time he was appointed commander of all the Roman forces in Thessaly, and Proconsul of Hellas… Please follow link for full post
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12 works, Today, July 28th, is Saint Eustace’s day, his story thru art #209
Saint Eustace, also known as Eustachius or Eustathius in Latin, is revered as a Christian martyr. In the 13th century French tradition of the narrative, it begins with Placidus (Eustace’s name before he was baptized) hunting, and while hunting, he follows into woods a deer which causes Placidus to separate from a group of hunters……