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Apostle Stephen the Protomartyr

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Association of the origins of the Saints name with his honour in the Church
== Association of the origins of the Saints The name with his honour in the Church 'Stephen'==The name Stephen in Greek is '''Στέφανος''',n {stef'-an-os}. The definitions presented for the this name 'Stephen' are::A crown, which is a:::a) Mark of royal or exalted rank;::: - the wreath or garland which was given as a prize to victors in public games;::b) ''metaph''. the eternal blessedness which will be given as a prize to the genuine servants of God and Christ - the crown (wreath) which is the reward of the righteousness;::c) that which is an ornament and honour to one.
== Life ==
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