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Icon nb 119
Size : 18 x 37 cm.
Linden board
Gilded halo. Egg tempera.
Saint Justina of Antioch, also known as Justina of Carthage and Justina of Nicomedia, was a young maiden who dedicated her life and virginity to God. She is remembered for her unwavering faith and her ability to convert even the most devoted pagans. Justina's life and martyrdom are shrouded in legend and historical accounts that have been passed down through the centuries. Born in Antioch, Justina was raised in a devout Christian family. From a young age, she displayed a deep devotion to God and expressed her desire to consecrate her life as a virgin. However, her remarkable beauty and virtues attracted the attention of Saint Cyprian of Antioch, who at the time was a pagan magician and deeply enamored with her. Read more ...
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