Description: (Saint)
Agnes of Rome was a virgin martyr revered as a saint across various Christian denominations. She courageously upheld her religious purity amidst persecution under the rule of Roman emperor Diocletian. Despite facing death sentences for not forsaking her faith, she remained resolute and was eventually beheaded. Early narratives emphasize her unwavering commitment and martyrdom, often portraying her as a young girl clutching symbols representing her innocence and sacrifice. Churches constructed over her burial site in Rome serve as a place of reverence for her remains.