Saint Catherine

Saint Catherine refers to Saint Catherine of Alexandria, a Christian martyr from the early 4th century. Renowned for her intelligence, she reportedly debated pagan philosophers and converted many to Christianity before her arrest. She was condemned to death and, according to legend, miraculously survived her torture. She is venerated as a saint in both Catholic and Orthodox traditions, symbolizing wisdom, faith, and perseverance under persecution. Her legacy includes numerous religious texts, artworks depicting her wisdom and martyrdom, and her role as a patroness of philosophers, students, and unmarried women.