Larissa | Lara

● Remembrance Day orthodox/Catholic: March 26
● Name means: after the city of Larissa (Greek)
● Martyr
● Died mid-4th century on the Crimean Peninsula, Ukraine
The haunting tale of Larissa’s demise is one steeped in ancient legend. As the story goes, a
Gothic prince ordered a divine service during which Larissa and her fellow Christians were
burned alive.
Over time, Larissa became a revered figure in the Greek Church, with her veneration dating back
centuries. Her untimely death and steadfast devotion to her faith have cemented her place as a
symbol of spiritual fortitude and unwavering belief. The story of Larissa serves as a poignant
reminder of the persecution faced by early Christian communities, and the resilience of those
who stood up for their beliefs in the face of adversity.the persecution faced by early Christian communities, and the resilience of those who stood up for their beliefs in the face of adversity.