Soteris was a Roman Christian virgin martyr who lived during the late third and early fourth centuries. Born around 250 AD, she lived during a period of intense religious tension in the Roman Empire. She is remembered for her steadfast faith, which eventually led to her execution by beheading in approximately 304 AD. Her life and martyrdom are noted in historical religious texts, including the work De virginibus.
Life and death
Living in Rome, Soteris maintained her Christian faith as a virgin. This devotion resulted in her death by beheading around 304 AD. She was originally laid to rest within the Callixtus Catacombs, a site located near the Appian Way. Historical accounts link her to the lineage of Ambrose of Milan.
Veneration and relics
The remains of Soteris were later moved from her original burial site to San Martino ai Monti. This transfer of her relics was performed by Pope Sergius II. She is commemorated in different traditions on different dates, with the Eastern Orthodox Church celebrating her feast on February 10 and the Roman Catholic Church on February 11.