Martyr · 4th century
Virgin Martyr Lucy of Syracuse
Also known as Lucia
A Christian virgin of Syracuse who gave her wealth to the poor, refused an unwanted marriage, and was martyred during Diocletian's persecution.
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Notes
Pre-schism Western saint.
Sources: OCA Synaxarion (oca.org), Lives of the Saints