Saint Vibiana
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This article is about a 3rd century saint. For the 4th century saint, see Saint Bibiana.
| Saint Vibiana | |
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| Virgin and Martyr | |
| Born | 3rd century |
| Died | 3rd century |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
| Major shrine | Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels |
| Feast | September 1 |
| Patronage | Los Angeles, California |
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Saint Vibiana is a third century virgin martyr of the Roman Catholic Church. She is the patroness of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles where she is honored with a memorial feast on September 1. Since 2002, the relic remains of Vibiana are housed in the mausoleum of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. She was the namesake of the former Cathedral of Saint Vibiana in Los Angeles, California.
Vibiana was discovered in ancient catacombs near the Appian Way. A marble tablet adorned her tomb upon which was inscribed "to the soul of the innocent and pure Vibiana," above a laurel wreath. A wreath was a symbol of martydom among ancient Christians.[1]
[edit] Notes
- ^ Turner, Dan. “Who Needs That Old Stuff Anyway?” Los Angeles Times 6 Aug. 2007: A18.
[edit] External links
- Saint Vibiana at the Archdiocese of Los Angeles website
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