Roman Empire

Orthodox Church religious commemorations

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Latest: Orthodox Church commemorates Saints Galaktion and Episteme

Following the October observances of Saints Zenobius and Zenobia, the Orthodox Church continued its series of religious commemorations into early November. On November 1, the Church celebrated the feast day of Saints Cos

Release of Robert Harris novel Agrippa

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Latest: Robert Harris releases historical novel Agrippa

British author Robert Harris has released a new historical novel titled ‘Agrippa’. The narrative follows the lives of Octavian, the heir to Julius Caesar, and his close friend Marcus Vipsanius Agrippa. Set after the ass

Orthodox Christian martyrdom commemorations

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Latest: Orthodox Christians celebrate Saint Artemius of Antioch

Religious traditions honor various Christian martyrs. Saint Anastasia the Roman is commemorated for her martyrdom during the persecutions under Emperors Decius and Valerian. Raised in a monastery, she reportedly refused

Commemorations of early Christian martyrs

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Latest: Saint Lucilla of Rome commemorated on October 31

Religious traditions observe the legacies of early Christian martyrs, specifically Santa Lucilla of Rome and San Saturnino of Cagliari. Santa Lucilla, the daughter of the Roman tribune Nemesio, is remembered for her co

Commemoration of Saint Artemios

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Latest: Greek Police commemorate patron saint Artemios

The Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Artemius of Antioch, a 4th-century Roman military commander and martyr who served under Emperors Constantine the Great and Constantius II. Tradition holds that he was executed by de