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Peter is a martyr, because he was crucified upside down by the Romans until he died. He was crucified upside down, because he did not consider himself to be worthy to be crucified right side up as Jesus was, so Peter asked to be crucified upside down after he was sentenced to death on the cross.
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Is a martyr considered a saint?
In the early years of the Church martyrs were automatically considered as saints. However, in the modern Church, martyrdom is just part of the overall picture and the entire saint's life is investigated.
What did St. Peter do to be a saint?
Peter, a disciple of Jesus Christ, was the "cornerstone" of the Christian church. Peter and the other disciples carried on the ministry of Jesus by telling all the people that they encountered about how Jesus was the Messiah.
What are some famous martyrs for Christ?
St. Paul, St. Peter, St. Stephen--there are more...
Why is Saint Ursula a saint?
Ursula was a martyr and early Christians considered all martyrs to be saints.
Why is Saint Augustine considered a martyr?
There are a number of saints named Augustine and few of them were martyrs. Please be specific.
What makes the Vatican sacred?
The tombs of Saints Peter and Paul, many other popes and early martyrs have sanctified the Vatican and Rome with their blood.
When was Martyrs' Memorial created?
Martyrs' Memorial was created in 1843.
How did Saint Vitus become a saint?
St. Vitus was martyred for his faith and early Christians considered all martyrs to be saints.
What do martyrs do?
martyrs are people who die for there religious faith
Why did the martyrs die?
The martyrs died for their christian belief.
What is the date of death for Saint Paul and Saint Peter?
Both are thought to have died sometime between AD64 and AD67 as martyrs under the orders of Emperor Nero.
Why do Saint Peter and Saint Paul share the same feast day?
Both Peter and Paul were responsible for expanding the Christian faith and establishing the Church in Rome. Both died as martyrs in Rome, some say on the same day.
