Saint Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions
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Saint Augustine Zhao Rong and Companions
The spread of Christianity into China began in the 600s, coming from Syria. Over the centuries, the circumstances of its growth were deeply influenced by China’s fluctuating relations with the outside world. At times, the religion experienced freedom and expansion, while in other periods, it was forced to operate in secrecy due to restrictions and persecution. This narrative revolves around 120 Christian martyrs who lost their lives for their fa…
The first martyr is considered to be Father Francisco Fernandez de Capillas, a Spanish Dominican, martyred in 1648 and beatified in 1909. He is part of a 120-member group of martyrs canonized on October 1, 2000, led by Augustine Zhao Rong, the first Chinese priest martyred for the faith.
On July 9, the Church recalls Augustine Zhao Rong and 119 companions, witnesses of the Gospel in China between the seventeenth and twentieth centuries.
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