Thomais of Alexandria

Saint

Tomaida de Alejandría
Saint Tomaida de Alejandría
Martyr
Born5th century
FeastApril 14
PatronageAlexandria, Egypt

Thomais of Alexandria (Arabic: تمادة الإسكندرية; born 5th century) was a Christian saint and martyr, she is honored and celebrated in the Roman Catholic Church and Eastern Orthodox Church on April 14.

Early life

Tomaida was born in the 5th century, she was native to Alexandria, Egypt. Eventually, Tomaida entered a marriage to a fisherman, her father-in-law soon became captivated and infatuated with Tomaida and endeavored to seduce her with his advances.

Whilst defending her chastity, she was stabbed to death by her father-in-law. After the incident, he went blind. He was tried and convicted and soon sentenced to be decapitated for his crime.

Bibliography

  • Arduino, Fabio (April 10, 2007). "Santa Tomaide d'Alessandria" [Saint Tomaide of Alejandría]. santiebeati.it. Retrieved October 30, 2024.


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