Saint Sebastian
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Saint Sebastian was a soldier, best known for "A scherzo of murder".
Quick Facts About Saint Sebastian
- Born
- November 30, 0254
- Died
- January 20, 0287
- Profession
- Soldier
- Notable works
- "A scherzo of murder"
About Saint Sebastian
Sebastian was an early Christian saint and martyr. According to traditional belief, he was killed during the Diocletianic Persecution of Christians. He was initially tied to a post or tree and shot with arrows, though this did not kill him. He was, according to tradition, rescued and healed by Irene of Rome, which became a popular subject in 17th-century painting. In all versions of the story, shortly after his recovery he went to Diocletian to warn him about his sins, and as a result he was clubbed to death. He is venerated in the Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church as the patron saint of athletics, archery, and plagues.
Biography source: Wikipedia
