October 26 – Their black magic could not withstand the sign of the cross

Sts. Lucian and Marcian Lucian and Marcian living in the darkness of idolatry applied themselves to the vain study of the black art; but were converted to the faith by finding their charms lose their power upon a Christian virgin, and the evil spirits defeated by the sign of the cross. Their eyes being thus … Continue reading October 26 – Their black magic could not withstand the sign of the cross