Miracles were not required for declaring a person a saint in the early years of Chrisitianity. The person would have been declared a saint by popular acclamation to a bishop based on the lives and merits of the candidate. This was especially true if the person died the death of a martyr as it was felt that making this ultimate sacrifice for Our Lord would be an automatic designation of that person as a saint. Even today, miracles are not always a requirement for canonization, especially in the case of martyrs
After St. Cecilia's death, it is said that her body was found to be incorrupt - meaning it did not decay. Numerous miracles of healing and conversions have been attributed to her intercession, including the healing of the sick and the conversion of non-believers. St. Cecilia is also said to have appeared to individuals in visions or dreams to offer guidance and consolation.
No miracles happened to St. Peter after he was dead.
Cecilia is thought to have died early in the 2nd century.
St. Cecilia was a martyr who died about 280 A.D. She is the patron saint of musicians, and her feast day is celebrated on November 22.
Cecilia is thought to have died in the early 3rd century. The actual date is not known.
The day has no special sigificance as we do not know the date that Cecilia was born or when she died.
St. Cecilia Cathedral was created in 1959.
The feast of St. Cecilia is on November 22.
Saint Cecilia is considered a good saint because of her commitment to her faith, her dedication to serving others, and her unwavering belief in God, even in the face of persecution. She is known for her purity, humility, and the miracles attributed to her intercession. Saint Cecilia's story inspires many to live a life of faith and selflessness.
The Ecstasy of St. Cecilia - Raphael - was created in 1516.
Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia was created in 1860.
St. Cecilia's husband was Valerian, his brother was Tiburtius.
In the early days of the Church, there was no formal canonization process so miracles were not required. People were simply declared as saints by the early Christian community based on their lives and/or martyrdom. Today, only the pope can declare saints.