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December 31st Feast Day: Celebrating Female Names - Saint Melania the Roman

Published December 31, 2025, 08:34
December 31st Feast Day: Celebrating Female Names - Saint Melania the Roman

Today, December 31st, commemorates Saint Melania the Roman. Saint Melania lived a life filled with trials, including the loss of her children, husband, and parents. Following these losses, she dedicated herself to prayer, study, and the calligraphy of sacred books, while donating all her wealth to relieve the poor and sick. She passed away in Jerusalem from pleurisy. The article notes that this feast day is dedicated solely to female names.