Jeanne d'Arc
On May 30, 1431 at the age of nineteen, Joan of Arc
was burned to death after being convicted of heresy.
(A translation of the transcript of her trial can be found
on the Fordham University website.)
She was called the Maid of Orleans, daughter of God.
Many books have been written and films made of her life.
She is often depicted in Art wearing armor or men's clothing.
"Whatever thing men call great,
look for it in Joan of Arc and
there you will find it."
-Mark Twain (American Writer)
When questioned on the state of her soul, Joan of Arc replied:
If I am not in the state of grace, may God put me there; and if I am, may God so keep me.
AMEN
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