Tuesday, October 14, 2014

124 Korean Beatified Martyrs

124 Korean Beatified Martyrs 160 cm x 180 cm. 2014. Oil on canvas

The Korean Martyrs were the victims of religious persecution against Catholic Christians during the 19th century in Korea. At least 8,000 (as many as 10,000) adherents to the faith were killed during this period. Paul Yun Ji-Chung and 123 companions were declared "Venerable" on February 7, 2014, and on August 16, 2014, they were beatified by Pope Francis during the Asian Youth Day in Gwanghwamun Plaza, Seoul, South Korea

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