Saint Mary of Edessa
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
October 29
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Mary of Edessa, also known as Mary of Abraham, was a devout Catholic saint who lived during the early Christian era. She was born in Edessa, a city in modern-day Turkey, and was known for being the niece of another revered saint, Abraham Kidunaia. Mary's life took a significant turn when she decided to dedicate herself to a life of solitude and devotion....