St. Lydia Purpuraria: Saint of the Day for Monday, August 03, 2026

Observed on August 3, the feast day of St. Lydia Purpuraria recognizes the first-century dye merchant who became Paul's initial convert in Philippi.

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St. Lydia Purpuraria: Saint of the Day for Monday, August 03, 2026

St. Lydia Purpuraria, a first-century Christian figure whose feast day is celebrated on August 3, was born in Thyatira, an ancient town in Asia Minor also known as Ak-Hissar. The town was widely famous for its dye works, which inspired her name meaning 'purple seller' in connection to her profession. She went on to become the Apostle Paul's first convert in Philippi.[2]

Upon embracing Christianity, Lydia was baptized together with her entire household. Following her baptism, she provided hospitality to Paul, hosting him at her residence in Philippi. Her role in early church history is commemorated on her annual feast day.[2]

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