Saint DISMAS died crucified in Jerusalem, not for being a christian believer but a malefactor. He shared his punishment with his mate Gestas, also a malefactor, and Jesus Christ. Previous to be crucified he was harshly flagellated. DISMAS was crucified like Jesus. Both feet and hands were fixed in the cross with nails. Once fixed upon the cross, DISMAS was lifted so that the people could enjoy with the sight of his torture. During the hours of crucifixion he repented of his miserable life and asked Jesus to be forgiven of his sins. Jesus promised him the Paradise. After several hours of suffering, two executioners made appearance, bringing with them ladders, spades, ropes, and large iron clubs for the purpose of breaking the legs of the criminals. They took up their iron clubs and broke Dismas' legs, both below the knees. They did the same with Gestas. A few minutes later, DISMAS gave a deep groan, and expired.
Dismas was the 'good thief' who was crucified with Our Lord and repented of his sins before dying.
Dismas Becker died in 2010.
Saint Dismas, also known as the "Good Thief" or the "Penitent Thief," was not officially canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church. However, he is venerated as a saint in the Orthodox and Eastern Catholic Churches. His feast day is celebrated on March 25th.
St. Dismas, the Good Thief, is the patron saint of:condemned prisonersdeath row prisonersdying peoplefuneral directorspenitent criminalsprison chaplainsprisonersprisoners on death rowprisonsreformed thievesundertakersPrzemysl, Poland, archdiocese ofMerizo, Guam
Saint Dismas is known as the patron saint of criminals and prisoners. He is revered for his repentance and acceptance of Jesus Christ while being crucified alongside him. Saint Dismas is often invoked for intercession by those seeking forgiveness and guidance in times of trouble.
Jan Dismas Zelenka died on 1745-12-23.
St. Dismas was the repentant thief.
Dismas Becker was born in 1936.
Dismas Nsengiyaremye was born in 1945.
the name Dismas has no Hebrew equivalent.
The two criminals who were crucified alongside Jesus were not saints. They were thieves who received capital punishment. The term "saint" commonly refers to individuals who lived pious and virtuous lives and are recognized for their holiness and virtue by the Catholic Church.
St. Dismas became a saint when dying on the cross beside Our Blessed Lord.