Collection: ㅤSt. Apollonia

St. Apollonia was an early Christian martyr from Alexandria, known for her suffering during a pagan persecution. She was a devoted Christian who, when tortured and threatened with having her teeth pulled out, refused to recant her faith and was ultimately martyred. Her steadfastness in the face of persecution made her a symbol of courage and fidelity.
Lived: 3rd century | Canonized: Pre-Congregation
Patronage: Dentists, dental patients, and those suffering from toothaches