Saint Pelagia of Antioch (Penitent)
A famous actress of Antioch leading a life of debauchery and luxury, Pelagia converted after hearing a sermon by Bishop Nonnus. After her baptism, she…
First name and chronology
Pelagia
2 saints and blesseds bear the name Pelagia, between 395 and 460; the most famous is Saint Pelagia, celebrated on June 9th.
Chronology of the name Pelagia
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 395-460 Saint Pelagia of Antioch (Penitent) A famous actress of Antioch leading a life of debauchery and luxury, Pelagia converted after hearing a sermon by Bishop …