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December 27

Sara Salkaházi, nun and martyr (1899–1944)

Religious martyr

Hungarian religious, journalist and martyr, Sara Salkaházi protected numerous Jews and voluntarily gave her life for her community.

Biography

Before joining the Sisters of Social Service, she was a teacher, bookbinder and writer committed to the problems of working women. During the Nazi occupation he opened homes for the persecuted; He is credited with having personally saved one hundred people. On December 27, 1944, he was able to flee when he discovered a raid, but he returned because he was responsible for the house. She was taken to the Danube, knelt, made the sign of the cross and was shot to death.

Practical advice

Don't walk away from a difficult responsibility today just to protect your comfort; Find a prudent way to stay present.

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