Virgin Martyrs Ennatha, Valentina and Paula

The holy martyrs Ennafa, Valentina, and Pavla suffered martyrdom at the hands of Firmilian, the governor of the Palestinian region. Ennafa was from Gaza, while Valentina hailed from the vicinity of Caesarea. Ennafa, who boldly declared herself a Christian, was subjected to cruel beatings and scourging of her body. Valentina, who refused to offer sacrifice to the pagan gods, was brutally punished and sentenced to be beheaded by the sword. Saint Pavla, who endured various tortures, bore her sufferings with great courage and was also executed by the sword, offering thanks to God before her death.