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St. Lydia of Thyatira
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St. Lydia of Thyatira

1st century · Philippi · Feast May 20

Lydia was a businesswoman from Thyatira who sold purple cloth in Philippi. By the river outside the city she heard St. Paul speak, “and the Lord opened her heart” (Acts 16:14). She was baptized with her household, the first Christian in Europe, and opened her home to the Apostles. A baptistery stands today by the stream where she was baptized.

  • Feast: May 20 (New Calendar)
  • Lived: 1st century
  • Place: Philippi
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