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Artemius

Portrait of Artemius

About Artemius

In the received passion, Artemius is a jailer whose daughter is healed through Peter’s prayers. Artemius and his family then become Christians.The Martyrology says Artemius was killed by the sword and that Candida and Paulina died beneath stones. This Artemius is distinct from the Great Martyr Artemius of Antioch.

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