St. Maria Goretti – Martyr of Purity and Mercy

Celebrate the radiant innocence and courageous faith of St. Maria Goretti with this luminous digital portrait. Clothed in a traditional peasant dress with embroidered florals, Maria stands amidst a garden of white roses and lilies — symbols of her purity and sanctity. She holds a single white rose and wears a wooden cross around her neck, a sign of her deep love for Christ.

Behind her, a crucifix rises above the scene, representing the mercy and forgiveness she offered even in her final moments. A golden halo and ornate floral frame complete the scene, highlighting her heroic virtue and heavenly crown.

This sacred artwork is a tender yet powerful tribute to one of the youngest saints in Church history.

Short Biography:

St. Maria Goretti (1890–1902) was born to a poor Italian farming family and grew up helping her widowed mother raise her siblings. At the age of 11, she was attacked by a young man who attempted to assault her. She resisted, crying out that it was a sin, and was stabbed multiple times. As she lay dying, she forgave her attacker and expressed her desire to see him in heaven.

Maria died a martyr for chastity and forgiveness. Her story has inspired millions, particularly youth, to choose purity, mercy, and holiness in the face of suffering. She was canonized in 1950 by Pope Pius XII, with her mother present — a first in Church history.

Symbolism in the Art:

• White rose and lilies – Symbols of her purity, innocence, and martyrdom

• Wooden cross necklace – Her devotion to Jesus and her personal holiness

• Golden halo – Denotes her sainthood and glory in heaven

• Rustic clothing – Reflects her humble origins and everyday holiness

• Garden and crucifix – Her spiritual growth, suffering, and ultimate union with Christ

Perfect For:

• Teen girls and young adults seeking models of purity and mercy

• Parents or youth leaders teaching chastity and forgiveness

• Confirmation gifts, saint studies, and home altars

• Catholic schools, retreats, or pro-life ministries

• Feast day celebrations on July 6

Product Details:

• Format: Digital Download

• Included File: 1 High-Resolution PNG (portrait orientation)

• Style: Sacred realism with illuminated golden framing and floral detail

• Suggested Use: Perfect for fine art printing, devotional displays, or youth formation

Patronage & Feast Day:

• Patron Saint of: Youth, young girls, purity, forgiveness, victims of assault

• Feast Day: July 6

“I want him with me in heaven.” – St. Maria Goretti
Let her image inspire lives of forgiveness, purity, and unshakable love for Christ.