Saint Macrina of Caesarea
Sister of Saint Basil the Great and Saint Gregory of Nyssa, Macrina consecrated herself to God after the death of her fiancé. She played a crucial rol…
First name and chronology
Macrina
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Macrina, between 301 and 1970; the most famous is Saint Macrina, celebrated on July 19th.
Chronology of the name Macrina
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 301-400 Saint Macrina of Caesarea Sister of Saint Basil the Great and Saint Gregory of Nyssa, Macrina consecrated herself to God after the death of her fi…
- 801-900 Saint Macrina (Magrine) A 9th-century virgin of noble birth, Macrine settled in Aquitaine with her sister Colombe and their companion Pécine. Fl…
- 1910-1970 Elena Raparelli Founder of the congregation of the Basilian Sisters, Daughters of Saint Macrina, Elena Raparelli (Mother Macrina) worked…
All records linked to Macrina
Saint Macrina (Magrine)
A 9th-century virgin of noble birth, Macrine settled in Aquitaine with her sister Colombe and their companion Pécine. Fleeing the persecutions of loca…
Elena Raparelli
Founder of the congregation of the Basilian Sisters, Daughters of Saint Macrina, Elena Raparelli (Mother Macrina) worked for the unity of Christians a…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Macrina's feast day?
The feast of Macrina is celebrated on July 19th, in memory of Saint Macrina.
How many saints are named Macrina?
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Macrina, including Saint Macrina, Saint Macrina and Elena Raparelli.
Who is the most famous saint named Macrina?
The most famous saint named Macrina is Saint Macrina (4th century).