Elesa of Kythira

Martyr

Commemorated August 1

The Holy Martyr Elesa of Kythira was a young women from the Peloponnese who lived in the latter half of the fourth century. She was martyred by her father who objected to her becoming a Christian. St. Elesa is considered a protector of the island of Kythira. Her feast day is August 1 .

Source: OrthodoxWiki