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This paper will compare two examples of hagiography or biography of saints; The Martyrdom of Saint Perpetua, and the Life of Balthild. ...
When looking at The Martyrdom of Saint Perpetua, the reason for writing it becomes clear. ... According to the author of Life of Balthild, a reason it was written was simply because she, assumed to be a nun of the monastery of Chelles, was “commanded by the prelate Christ, to accomplish a simple and pious work. ... The second reason is to give an example for those who wish to imitate Lady Balthild. ...
In The Martyrdom of Saint Perpetua, which was written in North Africa during the third century, the people are very cruel to Christians and this is shown quickly in the text. Perpetua says that “we (were) taken into the dungeon, and I was very much afraid, because I had never felt such darkness. ... However, the positive and joyful attitude that Perpetua kept was noticed by a soldier and assistant overseer of the prison. The soldier and overseer allowed many brethren to come see Perpetua and others before the fight between Perpetua and her friends against the beasts. Now the manner in which Perpetua and the other persecuted Christians were to be executed was cruel. ... Now when looking at the Live of Balthild it is apparent immediately that Christians are treated much better. ... Lady Balthild was acquired by Erchinoald, the chief household officer for the king of Neustria, as a servant.
Approximate Word count = 1208
Approximate Pages = 4.8
(250 words per page double spaced)
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