During the reign of Decius, there lived in Antioch a philosopher and sorcerer named Cyprian, originally from Carthage. From childhood, he was devoted to the pagan god Apollo and trained in sorcery, becoming a great friend and servant of the prince of hell. Cyprian seduced people, causing them harm and leading them to iniquities.
In Antioch, there lived a maiden named Justina, the daughter of an idol priest, who, having heard the preaching of a deacon, believed in Christ and led her parents to faith. Living a virtuous life, Justina was subjected to attacks from a young man named Aglaidas, who, unable to seduce her, sought the help of Cyprian.
Cyprian, having summoned a demon, tried to make Justina fall in love with Aglaidas, but she, strengthened by prayer and the sign of the cross, overcame the temptations. After several unsuccessful attempts, Cyprian realized the insignificance of the demonic power and, seeing that Justina was invincible, turned to God for help.
Cyprian came to Bishop Anthimus, confessed his sins, and was baptized. He changed his life, became a bishop, and cared for the Christian faith. Justina was appointed abbess of the virgin monastery. Both saints were subjected to persecutions and were captured by the governor Eutolmius, who ordered their execution.
Cyprian and Justina, enduring sufferings, confessed Christ until the end. Justina was executed first, after which Cyprian, seeing her innocent death, also accepted a martyr's end. Their bodies were buried with honor, and healings occurred at their graves.
