St. Maria Goretti, at the age of 11, she was attacked and fatally stabbed while defending herself against sexual assault. Crucially, she forgave her attacker on her deathbed, a testament to her unwavering faith and mercy.

Purity:

Maria Goretti is revered for her steadfast commitment to purity and her refusal to compromise her virtue, even in the face of violence.

Forgiveness:

Her most famous act was forgiving her attacker, Alessandro Serenelli, before she died. This act of forgiveness had a profound impact on Serenelli, who later converted to Catholicism.

Martyrdom: