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Paraskevi of Rome
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For other saints named Paraskevi or Parascheva, see List of saints named Paraskevi.
Saint Paraskevi of Rome (also Parasceva) is venerated as a Christian martyr of the 2nd century. She was arrested on multiple occasions for her Christianity and was eventually beheaded by the Roman governor Tarasius.[1]
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Paraskevi of Rome | |
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![]() The execution of St. Paraskevi, 16th century. Michael Damaskenos. | |
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Born | ~117-138 Rome |
Died | ~180 AD |
Venerated in | Eastern Orthodox Church Eastern Catholic Churches |
Feast | July 26 |
Patronage | Healer of the blind |
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She is invoked for the healing of ailments of the eyes. The Church commemorates her on July 26.[2]