The first official Christian martyr was Saint Stephen, martyred by stoning circa 35 AD, but it seems fair to consider Jesus Christ (executed by crucifixion circa 30 AD) as technically the first Christian martyr.
Justin Martyr.
St Stephen was the first martyr to be killed because of his beliefs, over 150 years ago!
He was the very first martyr for Jesus.
Stephen
Stephen was the first Christian martyr.
He was stoned to death.
Martyr - someone who dies for what they believe is right Sometimes, they could also be called suicide bombers!!!!
born in a manger indeed
Paul was given as an answer. However, no one is sure exactly HOW Paul died. Justin Martyr, an early Christian apologist, actually said Jesus was laid in a manger.
Crispus Attucks
Saint Stephen is recognized as a saint because he was the first martyr for Christ. His faith in Jesus was so strong and unshakable, that he was prepared to die rather than renounce his faith in Jesus. When someone would rather die than renounce their faith, they are a martyr. Saint Stephen was an example to the early Christians and was made a saint by the shedding of his blood for the faith.