Every year on February 5, a Christian holiday is celebrated – Saint Agatha Memorial Day.

Saint Agatha was born on the Italian island of Sicily, namely in the city of Catania, on September 8, 235. According to her place of residence, Agatha is also called Catania. It is known that her family was noble and famous. The girl grew up beautiful, had many suitors, but decided to remain chaste, devoting herself to God. Among those whom Agatha refused was Senator Quintian. He fiercely hated Saint Agatha, so during the persecution of Christians he tortured the girl to death. Yes, on his orders, her breasts were cut off. Saint Agatha was then only 25 years old (February 5, 261).

Signs on the Day of Remembrance of St. Agatha

• Agatha of Catania is considered a protector against natural disasters, breast cancer, protects tortured people.
• On February 5, it is customary to consecrate salt, bread and water.

Numerous works of art are dedicated to Agatha, most often she is depicted with bare breasts and instruments for torture.