Martyr

Saint Cecilia Yu So-sa

Saint Cecilia, a Korean widow, was martyred with her daughter Agatha during the persecution of Christians.

Patron saint of Korean martyrs, Widows
Feast
November 23
Era
19th Century
Place
Seoul
Saint Cecilia Yu So-sa portrait

At a Glance

Saint Cecilia Yu So-sa

Feast Day
November 23
Era
19th Century
Primary Place
Seoul
Vocation
Martyr
Patronage
Korean martyrs, Widows

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Overview

Saint Cecilia Yu So-sa

Saint Cecilia, a Korean widow, was martyred with her daughter Agatha during the persecution of Christians.

Feast day: November 23

Patronage

Korean martyrs, Widows

Connected Places

  • Seoul, South Korea: Her martyrdom site
  • Myeongdong Cathedral, South Korea: Memorial

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