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A:As with a number of the early Christian saints, Saint Thecla of Iconium was mythological. Her story is found in The Story of the Deeds of Paul and Thecla, which originally formed part of the apocraphyl Acts of Paul. The Acts of Paul has been rejected by the Church but, as in normal in any legends that provide evidence of miracles or martyrdom, the Catholic Church accepts the existence of Saint Thecla and of her many trials.

According to Acts of Paul, Thecla had heard Paul preach in Iconium and converted to Christianity. She was condemned to death for retaining her virginity and thus depriving her bridegroom. A basilica was built over her supposed tomb and in Constantinople four churches were built in her honour.

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Saint Thecla of Iconium is believed to have been a real person. She was a companion of Saint Paul and is considered one of the earliest female saints in Christianity. The details of her life are based on early Christian texts and traditions.

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