"Neomartyr" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Neomartyr" Meaning

A Neomartyr is a Christian saint who was martyred for their faith, typically in the centuries following the end of the original persecutions of early Christianity.

"Neomartyr" Examples

Neomartyr: 5 Usage Examples

The church honored St. Sophia as a neomartyr for her refusal to renounce her faith in the face of persecution.
The historian researched the lives of many neomartys who were killed for their Christian beliefs during the Roman Empire.
The ancient city was home to a large number of neomartyrs who were buried in the surrounding area.
According to legend, St. Agnes became a neomartyr when she was beheaded for her faith during the reign of Emperor Diocletian.
The patriarch of the Eastern Orthodox Church declared the Apostle James a neomartyr for his unwavering commitment to Jesus Christ even in the face of death.