Saint Agnes in Piazza Navona: The Young Martyr Who Inspired Rome

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  From Imparare Roma S1E8
Women played a key role in the early spread of Christianity, both at home and during persecutions. Among them, Saint Agnes stands out — a twelve-year-old girl who gave her life for Christ. In this video we explore the Roman sites linked to her memory: Piazza Navona, built over the Stadium of Domitian. The church of Sant’Agnese in Agone, designed by Baroque master Francesco Borromini. The Constantinian Basilica of Saint Agnes, commissioned by Constantina, daughter of Emperor Constantine. Discover the story of this young martyr, a symbol of purity and courage, praised by Church Fathers such as Augustine, Ambrose, and Jerome.