Christian mythology

A selection of Christian Martyrs, Hermits & Virgins

St. HIPPOLYTUS

Christian Saint

Venerable Martyr

First he was put on the rack in Rome and sent to Ostia for further trials while dragged around in chains.

Executions abounding, the spectators were becoming bored with burnings, beheadings and crucifixions. So our Saint was tied between two wild horses which were sent more or less in the same direction over rough terrain.

After a mile or two what was left was gathered up later by the faithful, blood being sucked up with sponges.

St. Hippolytus Facts and Figures

Name: Hippolytus
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Male
Type: Saint
Birth and Death Dates: ???-252
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 1251

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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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