St. Agnes suffered martyrdom around the age of twelve or thirteen years of age. She was born around 291 A.D. She was a martyr for purity. She is often depicted holding a lamb. Her name “Agnes” means “lamb”(agnus) in Latin.
St. Agnes Print
St. Agnes, Virgin and Martyr Feast Day January 21, Patroness of Chastity, Betrothed Couples, Children of Mary