Martyrdom of Stephen

The Martyrdom of Stephen describes the story of Stephen, one of the first Christian deacons, who was falsely accused of blasphemy. He passionately defended his faith before Jewish leaders, emphasizing his belief in Jesus Christ. Enraged, they condemned him to death by stoning. As he was being stoned, Stephen prayed for his attackers and saw a vision of Jesus standing in heaven. His death marked the first martyrdom in Christianity, symbolizing unwavering faith and setting an example of steadfast commitment to spiritual beliefs even in the face of persecution.