The day following Christmas is dedicated to the celebration of an important figure in the history of the Catholic Church. It is St. Stephen, the first martyr of Christianity. Italian Traditions will guide you on the discovery of this protagonist of Christianity and his history. We will also talk about the significance of this holiday and how people see it and take part in it in Italy.

As Protomartyr of Christianity, Saint Stephen is considered one of the most important saints of the Catholic and Orthodox churches. According to the contents of the New Testament, his death occurred around 33 A. D. Following the accusation of the Hellenic Jews, and his condemnation to be stoned to death. This event is described in Chapters 6 and 7 of the Act of the Apostles where his life is narrated. The saint is now venerated both by the Catholic Church and by the Orthodox one, who celebrate him the next day.