Saint Catherine of Alexandria is a canonized saint in the Catholic Church who, per Christian tradition, was martyred around 305 in Alexandria, Egypt. Of course, the Church of the first Millennium was undivided. She is also recognized as the …

Catherine of Alexandria, also spelled Katherine, [a] was, according to tradition, a Christian saint and virgin, who was martyred in the early 4th century at the hands of the emperor Maxentius.

Dec 27, 2024 · St. Catherine of Alexandria (died c. early 4th century, Alexandria, Egypt; feast day November 25) was one of the most popular early Christian martyrs and one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers (a group of Roman Catholic saints venerated for their power of intercession).

She is listed as one of the Fourteen Holy Helpers of mankind among the saints in Heaven; she is the patroness of young women, philosophers, preachers, theologians, wheelwrights, millers, and other workingmen.

3 days ago · Catholics and other Christians around the world celebrate today, Nov. 25, the memorial of St. Catherine of Alexandria, a revered martyr of the fourth century. St. Catherine was the subject of...

Catherine of Alexandria, Saint, a virgin and martyr whose feast is celebrated in the Latin Church and in the various oriental churches on November 25, and who for almost six centuries was the object of a very popular devotion.

Dec 12, 2024 · St. Catherine of Alexandria, a revered Christian martyr and scholar, is celebrated for her unwavering faith and intellectual prowess. Born in the early 4th century in Alexandria, Egypt, she was the daughter of a pagan king.

Nov 25, 2024 · Born into a noble family in Alexandria, Saint Catherine’s life took a transformative turn when she experienced a divine vision that led her to embrace Christianity. Her newfound faith compelled her to confront the oppressive actions of Emperor Maxentius, who was persecuting Christians at the time.

May 8, 2017 · In medieval times, St. Catherine of Alexandria was among the most popular saints, and was often depicted in statues, paintings, and other art in churches and chapels. She has been included as one of the fourteen "holy helpers," or important saints to pray to for healing.

Nov 8, 2022 · St. Catherine of Alexandria The holy and glorious Great-martyr Catherine of Alexandria was the daughter of the governor of Alexandrian Egypt, Constas, during the reign of the emperor Maximinus (305-313), and she suffered for her Lord in the year 305.