Saint Emilia

Saint Emilia (Emily) is the mother of Saint Basil the Great. She was the daughter of a martyr and the daughter-in-law of Macrina the Elder. Several other children who are saints of the Church. Macrina the Elder caused the biggest influence when raising her children. After her children left home, Saint Emily was and Macrina founded a monastery for women. Emily divided the family property among her children and freed her slaves. A number of liberated female slaves desired to join the pair, and a convent was formed. They lived under one roof and held everything in common. Living in this manner for many years, Emily reached old age. When Saint Emily died she was buried as she had requested, with her husband in the chapel of their estate where her deceased son had also been laid to rest.
Today Emilia and Emil celebrate their name day.