Virgin
Saint Ursula
Legend holds that Saint Ursula, along with her companions, embraced martyrdom rather than renounce her faith. Her story of courage and purity has made her a lasting symbol of youthful devotion.
Patron saint of
Students, Virgins, Travelers
- Feast
- October 21
- Era
- 4th Century
- Place
- Cologne
At a Glance
Saint Ursula
- Feast Day
- October 21
- Era
- 4th Century
- Primary Place
- Cologne
- Vocation
- Virgin
- Patronage
- Students, Virgins, Travelers
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Overview
Saint Ursula
Legend holds that Saint Ursula, along with her companions, embraced martyrdom rather than renounce her faith. Her story of courage and purity has made her a lasting symbol of youthful devotion.
Feast day: October 21
Patronage
Students, Virgins, Travelers
Connected Places
- Cologne, Germany: Traditional site of her cult
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Kindred Saints
A few lives that echo Saint Ursula's witness through place, patronage, era, or courage.