Saint Stephen

Saint Stephen () is known as the first martyr of Christianity.

Therefore, he is also called the Protomartyr (). He is venerated as a saint in the Roman Catholic Church, as well as in the Eastern Orthodox Church. His feast day was historically kept on August 3. His name means 'laurel wreath' or 'crown' in Greek. His death is described in the Book of Acts. He was stoned to death for blasphemy and is remembered on the Feast of St. Stephen, December 26.

 Other websites 
 Saint Stephen at the Catholic Encyclopedia

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