Christian mythology

A selection of Christian Martyrs, Hermits & Virgins

St. AFRA

Christian Saint

Prostitute and Martyr

Rounded up in an Emperor Diocletian purge to be sacrificed to the Gods, she was first given a chance to submit to idolatry.

She said no as it would corrupt her soul, so she was burnt.

St. Afra Facts and Figures

Name: Afra
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Female
Type: Saint
Birth and Death Dates: ???-304
Celebration or Feast Day: August 5th

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 2122

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Article last revised on April 07, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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