![]() The Devil was clearly afraid of the martyr’s tongue, and this was the proof of the latter’s victory.Ĥ. Yet a stronger, spiritual voice was now heard speaking in his mouth. A doctor was appointed to sever the martyr’s tongue. He thus had his tongue cut out, in order that the martyr’s followers might be deprived of his voice and teaching.ģ. ![]() The Devil decided not to subject him to martyrdom, lest it had the opposite effect. His activity inspired great courage among the Christians, and reversed their flight. Romanos publicly declared the faith, encouraging and strengthening martyrs, and causing the repentance of apostates. ![]() It was an era of severe persecution, when many were martyred in manifold ways. It is remarkable that the Devil chose to have his tongue cut, rather than any other torment. Romanos is distinguished for the great love he demonstrated in his martyrdom. Love makes us disciples of Christ even without martyrdom. Their suffering and glory are equally experienced by the whole church, since Christians and martyrs are members of the same body. ![]() The memory of the martyrs is a cause of joy for the church. John Chrysostom, On Romanos (CPG 4354, BHG 1601)ġ. ![]()
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