Santa Tecla of Iconium (first century) follower of St. Paul; escaped the torments of the fire and to the fairs is thrown into a pit of snakes; but from the sky falls a cloud of fire; leaving them charred alive. According to tradition; he was pardoned by popular acclaim continuing the apostolate. Patron saint of people with bone cancer; is remembered by Catholics on September 23. The Greek Church celebrates his feast day on September 24 and the title of "Martyr among women and equal to the apostles". Germany; circa 1900 engraving; Colorized version