I admire my saint because what it taught me when he built the theological library, that its always nice to give back and help others. I also admire my saint because even though people wanted him dead for believing in God, he didn't care what they said. He believed in himself and it didn't concern him on what others would say. So it taught me to say strong and to always keep positive because what others say shouldn't matter.
Early Family Life
Alexander of Jerusalem was a student at the famous Christian school of Alexandria in 203 were he studied with Origen. He became the director of the Catechetical school at Aexandria in 203 when he was 18.
Important Dates
Why His Life is Remarkable
St.ALexander of Jerusalem's life was remarkable for two reasons. 1.He was called apon by God and 2.He made a Theological Library for the people. 3. He stayed alive when he was fed to the bulls because they didn't eat him.
- Born; 2nd Century
- Died; Martyred in 251 at Ceasarea
(died jurring the persecution of Decius)
- Feast Day; March 18th
- Canonized; Pre-Congregation
How his Faith Affected his Life
Map Of Jerusalem
St. Alexander of Jerusalem believed in Christ a lot. But not many people also believed. The people who didn't believe wanted him dead for believing in God but it wouldn't stop him. Others praised him for who he was and how he acted. So technically they were following in his footsteps on helping and supporting others to give back. He was also fed to the bulls for believing in Christ but he wasn't afraid.... the bulls didn't eat him after all.
His Effect On Other People
Alexander was a great person for what he believe in. People had followed him in his foot steps. They believed in what he was saying. But with those non believers... They wanted him persecuted and did what it took to get him dead no matter what.
Adult Life And Profession
St. Alexander of Jerusalem served God. He was here to lead others. He was the Bishop of Cappadocia but was persecuted for being a Christian. He also stood for what he believed in, which was Christ.
Most Important Accomplishments
"I salute you in the name of Narcissus, who held here the place of bishop before me, and, being above one hundred and sixteen years old, is now united with me by prayer. He conjures you with me to live in inviolable peace and union"
Alexander made a glorious confession of his faith. He made a theological library. He was commanded by a revelation from God, to go to Jerusalem to visit the Holy places.
St. Alexander Of Jerusalem
Bibliography
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_of_Jerusalem
- www.catholic.org/saints
- www.bartleby.com
By; Hayley Watters
3 Lessons I Learned
1. Help others. Like how my saint taught people about the bible in his theological library.
2. Believe in what you think is right. just because people judge you for what you believe in doesn't mean you have to stop. Just like Alexander didn't stop believing in Christ when people judged him.
3. Don't be afraid of anything because when your not afraid, it goes by faster. Just like how St. Alexander of Jerusalem wasn't scared when he was fed to the bulls but since he wasn't afraid, they didn't eat him.