Saint Juliana of Nicomedia
St. Juliana of Nicomedia, a 3rd-century Christian martyr, is celebrated for her unwavering faith and courage during the Diocletianic Persecution[1].
She is known for her miraculous endurance during torture and her steadfast refusal to renounce Christianity, which led to her martyrdom[2].
Her legend includes her overcoming the devil and her intercession for those suffering from bodily ailments[3].
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| Saint Juliana of Nicomedia | |
| Feast Day | February 16 |
|---|---|
| Liturgical Class | |
| Patronage | Sickness, bodily ills |
| Birthplace | Nicomedia, Bithynia (modern-day İzmit, Turkey) |
| Death Place | Nicomedia, Bithynia |
| Cause of Death | Martyrdom |
| Primary Shrine | Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo, Ravenna, Italy |
Biography
Birth
Juliana was born in the 3rd century in Nicomedia, in what is now İzmit, Turkey[4].
Early Life
She came from a noble pagan family but converted to Christianity in her youth[1].
Occupation
Her occupation was that of a virgin and martyr, dedicating her life to Christ[2].
Vocation
Her vocation was to live a life of chastity and faith, which she maintained even under persecution[3].
Death
She was martyred around 304 AD in Nicomedia after refusing to marry a pagan and for her Christian faith[4].
Significant events
- Converted to Christianity in her teenage years against her father's wishes[1].
- Was imprisoned and subjected to severe torture for her faith, including being burned and boiled[2].
- Her legend includes her miraculous healing from wounds and her battle with the devil[3].
Significant locations
Legend
Birth location: Nicomedia, Bithynia (modern-day İzmit, Turkey)
Death location: Nicomedia, Bithynia
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Death
St. Juliana met her end through martyrdom, being beheaded after enduring various tortures for her faith.
Canonization
Servant of God
St. Juliana was not formally recognized as a Servant of God through modern processes; she was martyred before such systems existed[1].
Venerable
Not applicable; recognized as a saint by tradition[1].
Beatification
Not formally beatified; recognized as a saint by the early Church[1].
Canonization
Canonized by tradition; no formal canonization date as she was recognized as a saint from early Christian times[1].
Miracles
Miracle for beatification
Not applicable for formal beatification, but her miracles include surviving torture and healing[2].
Miracle for canonization
Not applicable; her sainthood is based on tradition and early Church recognition[1].
Other notable miracles
- Miracles associated with her intercession, particularly for healing from bodily ills[3].
Patronage
St. Juliana is the patron saint of sickness and bodily ills[1].
Feast day
Her feast day is celebrated on February 16[1].
Veneration
St. Juliana is venerated in both the Roman Catholic and Orthodox Churches, with her relics believed to be housed in the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo in Ravenna, Italy. She is invoked for protection against illness and for strength in faith[2].
Books
Written about the saint
- Her life and martyrdom are recounted in various hagiographies, but no specific modern books were listed[4].
Written by the saint
- St. Juliana of Nicomedia did not leave any known written works[4].
External links
- Catholic Saints Day on Juliana of Nicomedia[1]
- New Advent Catholic Encyclopedia on St. Juliana[2]
- Orthodox Church in America on St. Juliana of Nicomedia[3]
- Wikipedia entry on Juliana of Nicomedia[4]