Apollonia

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Summary

Apollonia was a biblical figure who is best known for her martyrdom. She was a Christian woman who lived in the 3rd century AD in the city of Alexandria, Egypt. She was the daughter of a wealthy family and had two siblings, a brother and a sister. Apollonia was a devout Christian and was known for her strong faith. She was arrested and tortured by the Roman authorities for her faith. She was forced to renounce her faith and when she refused, she was brutally beaten and her teeth were knocked out. She was then thrown into a fire and died a martyr's death. Apollonia is remembered as a martyr and a symbol of faith and courage. She is remembered for her refusal to renounce her faith and her willingness to suffer for it. Her martyrdom is commemorated in the Eastern Orthodox Church on February 9th. She is also remembered for her courage and strength in the face of persecution.

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How many times Apollonia was mentioned in the bible?

Apollonia appears 1 times in the bible.

Where is the story of Apollonia begins in the Bible?

Apollonia first mention in the bible is in the book of Acts, chapter 17, verse 1. Read the full chapter

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Apollonia was a biblical figure who is best known for her martyrdom. She was a Christian woman who lived in the 3rd century AD in the city of Alexandria, Egypt. She was the daughter of a wealthy family and had two siblings, a brother and a sister. Apollonia was a devout Christian and was known for her strong faith. She was arrested and tortured by the Roman authorities for her faith. She was forced to renounce her faith and when she refused, she was brutally beaten and her teeth were knocked out. She was then thrown into a fire and died a martyr's death. Apollonia is remembered as a martyr and a symbol of faith and courage. She is remembered for her refusal to renounce her faith and her willingness to suffer for it. Her martyrdom is commemorated in the Eastern Orthodox Church on February 9th. She is also remembered for her courage and strength in the face of persecution.

Apollonia was mentioned 1 times in the Bible.

first mention in the bible is in the book of Acts, chapter 17, verse 1.