Lea (d. about 383)
Lea (d. about 383)
Saint. Died c. 383; a widow.
Following death of husband, gave up her life of privilege and retired to a Roman monastery, where she eventually rose to the position of superior; exchanged her rich attire for a sackcloth.
See also Women in World History.
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