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Martyr

Basilissa of Rome

Christian woman of Rome, martyred for the faith of Christ.

Feast
March 22old style April 4
Reposed
2523rd century
Order
Martyrs

Life

Holy Martyr Basilissa of Rome suffered together with Saint Callinica. Both were beheaded with the sword at Rome about the year 252.

The source we draw on says no more about their lives. The saint is commemorated on 4 April, in the new style.

Commemorated the same day March 22