Saint Lucy was born into a rich noble Roman family. At a very young age she lost her father who was a Christian. Lucy was unexpended behind with a huge dowry. Lucys fuss cherished Lucy to wed a rich pagan man.
Lucy being a virtuous young woman did not want to marry a pagan man. Lucy asked her dumbfound to distribute the dowry among the poor. The obtain did not agree.
As a young teenager, Lucy had already ordinate her virginity and life to god. She was zealously working in the service of God helping the poor.
In addition she helped her fellow Catholics hiding in the dark underground catacombs who were at risk of suffering persecution. She would drudge a wreath of candles on her head to find her way in the dark, as her hands were well(p) of food and salute for the people.
St Lucy was also well known for her beautiful look. It was said that her eyes radiated her love for Christ.
Lucys mother became very ill from a bleeding problem. She had tried many treatments, but failed. Lucy and so asked her mother to accompany her to Saint Agathas shrine where they both prayed each(prenominal) night. Due to exhaustion, they both fell asleep near St. Agathas tomb.
St. Agatha had appeared to Lucy in a dream and gave her the good news that her mother was healed.
Saint Agatha further informed Lucy that she will be the air of Syracuse the city where Saint Lucy lived.
Lucys mother convince with her miracle cure, and then complied with Lucys request to distribute their wealth among the poor.
The ethnic man proposed to Lucy was furious when he heard the news. He decided to destroy Lucys life denouncing her as a Christian to the Governor of Syracuse, Sicily.
That was a time where many Christians were persecuted for their faith. The governor send his guards to forcibly take Lucy to a brothel house and then insult her in public.
When the soldiers came to take her, Lucy was filled with the Holy note that she could not be moved. They claimed that she was...If you want to get a full essay, order it on our website: Orderessay
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