Saint Sebastian (Primary Title)
Figure of Saint Sebastian (Alternate Title)
Unknown (Artist)
This small representation of Saint Sebastian functions as a reminder of the martyr's life. Sebastian served Roman emperor Diocletian in the 3rd century, but he did not worship Diocletian's idols; instead, he taught the Christian doctrine of love andforgiveness to the Roman people. When the emperor discovered this betrayal, he had Sebastian tied to a tree and shot repeatedly with arrows. After his body had been taken down, Saint Irene discovered him still alive and revived him. As a living example of the miracles of Christ, Saint Sebastian continued preaching Christianity until Diocletian had him stoned to death.
Arthur and Margaret Glasgow Fund
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