A portrait of St. Balbina
St. Balbina
d. c. 130, traditional
Feast
March 31 · II c.
Patron of
Scrofula · Neck ailments · Roman devotion
Order
Virgin / Martyr or Confessor
Roman virgin martyr of the 2nd century, traditionally daughter of the tribune St. Quirinus, baptized by Pope St. Alexander I and martyred under Hadrian. The basilica of Santa Balbina on the Aventine in Rome is dedicated to her. Feast March 31.
Life & Times
Also known as: Balbina of Rome · Died: c. 130, traditional · From: Italy / Rome.
Patronage
St. Balbina is invoked as the patron of scrofula, neck ailments, roman devotion. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Balbina, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.