Tag: Virginmartyr
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08 Works, Today, May 22nd is Saint Julia’s day, her story in paintings #142
Julia was a Carthaginian girl who was sold as a slave, after Gaiseric captured Carthage in 439; and came into the service of a man named Eusebius. As a young and strong female, Julia brought a good price for the Vandals… Please follow link for full post
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03 Icons, Today, February 10th, is Saint Valentina of Palestine’s Day, With Footnotes – 41
Virginmartyr Valentina of Palestine was from Caesarea in Palestine. She was small and known for wearing old, worn out clothing. One day, when she was with her friend Thea, they joined a group of Christians gathered to hear the Holy Scriptures. Local officials broke up the meeting, grabbed Thea and tortured her… Please follow link…
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03 Works, RELIGIOUS ART – Today, February 10th, is Saint Valentina of Palestine’s, With Footnotes – 41
Virginmartyr Valentina of Palestine was from Caesarea in Palestine. She was small and known for wearing old, worn out clothing. One day, when she was with her friend Thea, they joined a group of Christians gathered to hear the Holy Scriptures. Local officials broke up the meeting, grabbed Thea and tortured her. Please follow link for…
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