Early Life
What country was St. Abanoub from?
Egypt
What did the soldiers want Abanoub to do?
Worship idols
Who comforted Abanoub during his suffering?
Angels
What does “martyr” mean?
Someone who dies for their faith
What is a "legacy"?
What someone leaves behind to inspire others
How old was St. Abanoub when he became a martyr?
12 years old
Did Abanoub ever deny Jesus?
No
What happened when Abanoub was beaten badly?
Angels came and healed him
Why did Abanoub become a martyr?
Because he refused to worship idols and stayed faithful to Jesus
What is St. Abanoub the patron saint of?
Children and youth
What kind of family did St. Abanoub come from?
A Christian family
What did Abanoub say when asked to deny Jesus?
“I am a Christian, and I will never worship idols.”
What did the guards see that amazed them during Abanoub’s torture?
Bright light or angels protecting him
How did the Roman rulers try to stop him?
Through torture and threats
What do people do on St. Abanoub’s feast day?
Celebrate, pray, and remember his faith
What did Abanoub do when he decided to follow Jesus fully?
He gave away his possessions and traveled to confess his faith
What kind of punishment did Abanoub face for his faith?
Torture, beatings, imprisonment
Did God leave Abanoub alone during his pain?
No, God sent comfort and strength
What city did Abanoub finally die in?
Samannoud
Where are his relics (body) kept today?
In a church named after him in Egypt
What Roman emperor ruled during Abanoub’s time?
Emperor Diocletian
What made Abanoub strong enough to keep believing in Jesus?
His love for God and help from the Holy Spirit
What happened to some of the guards who saw the miracles?
Some believed in Jesus
What reward did Abanoub receive from God?
The crown of life in Heaven
What can we learn from St. Abanoub’s story?
That even children can be brave, faithful saints for Jesus