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2 giorni fa · During the Middle Ages, Hypatia was co-opted as a symbol of Christian virtue and scholars believe she was part of the basis for the legend of Saint Catherine of Alexandria. During the Age of Enlightenment, she became a symbol of opposition to Catholicism.
- March 415 AD (aged 45–65), Alexandria, Province of Egypt, Eastern Roman Empire
- Western philosophy
5 giorni fa · St. Catherine of Alexandria (287-305) was a Christian martyr beheaded in Egypt who is patroness of students, unmarried girls and apologists. Her feast day is Nov. 25. Catherine was born a pagan princess in Alexandria, Egypt, at the time known for its culture and learning.
15 mag 2024 · Some biographers have posited the contemplative mystic St. Catherine of Siena. But also possible is St. Catherine of Alexandria , who was crushed under a wheel for her faith. Possibly she knew of and identified with both the mystic and the martyr, and so wanted to add that meaning to her given name and identity.
2 giorni fa · Her visions also included St. Margaret and St. Catherine; although Joan never specified, they were probably Margaret of Antioch and Catherine of Alexandria—those most known in the area. Both were known as virgin saints who strove against powerful enemies, were tortured and martyred for their beliefs, and preserved their virtue to ...
2 giorni fa · The Great Library of Alexandria in Alexandria, Egypt, was one of the largest and most significant libraries of the ancient world. The library was part of a larger research institution called the Mouseion, which was dedicated to the Muses, the nine goddesses of the arts.
- Any written works
- National library
- Possibly during the reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus (285–246 BC)
5 giorni fa · At the age of 13, Joan of Arc had locutions — an interior, mystical phenomenon that involves hearing a divine voice — and reportedly heard the voices of St. Michael the Archangel, St. Margaret of Antioch, and St. Catherine of Alexandria.
3 giorni fa · 2 minute read. Kate Middleton, the Princess of Wales, features in a new royal portraits exhibition on display at Buckingham Palace. The royal is seen here in November 2023. Chris Jackson—Getty...
