Christian mythology

A selection of Christian Martyrs, Hermits & Virgins

St. PELAGIA OF ANTIOCH

Christian Saint

Also known as Pelagia The Harlot, Pelagia The Penitent

A fifteen year-old Virgin Martyr

She threw herself from a rooftop to thwart the Emperor Diocletian persecutions and keep her chastity.

Was this emperor sex-mad? Did he never give up? Was he really responsible for every virgin suicide during his reign?

St. Pelagia of Antioch Facts and Figures

Name: Pelagia of Antioch
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Pelagia The Harlot, Pelagia The Penitent

Gender: Female
Type: Saint
Birth and Death Dates: 296-311
Celebration or Feast Day: Unknown at present

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 1551

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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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