Codice prodotto: L10339
Memorial Day: March 31
When did Saint Kornelia live: 3rd century AD
BIOGRAPHY:
Saint Kornelia, born in Carthage (Tunisia), was an early Christian martyr. The exact circumstances of her martyrdom are not fully known, nor are the details of her life. However, it is assumed that she was thrown to predatory cats. Her relics are located in the town of Saint-Malo in Brittany (France).
PATRONAGE:
St. Kornelia has no special patronage.
SYMBOLISM, DEPICTION:
The symbols of San Kornelia are a book as a sign of her wisdom, a palm branch, which is generally considered a symbol of martyrdom, and lilies, which emphasize her purity and innocence.
PATRON SAINT OF:
Kornelia, Cornelia