Feast day · March 23

Saint Rebecca, Lebanese Maronite nun

Saint Rebecca, Lebanese Maronite nun

Saint Rebecca, also known as Rafqa Pietra Choboq Ar-Rayès, was a Lebanese Maronite nun born in 1832. She entered religious life at a young age and dedicated herself to prayer, teaching, and service. Despite enduring years of blindness and severe physical suffering, she embraced her trials with deep faith and joy. She is venerated for her humility, patience, and unwavering trust in God.

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