Mount Ararat with the historic Khor Virap monastery visible at center-left

First Christian Nation

When King Tiridates learned of the women's presence he was captivated by Hripsime and demanded she become his consort. She refused — choosing death over denial of her faith — and despite Tiridates's renowned strength he could not overpower her. The king ordered all 37 nuns executed; their bodies were left unburied for nine days.

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Illuminate
Armenia

When King Tiridates learned of the women's presence he was captivated by Hripsime and demanded she become his consort. She refused — choosing death over denial of her faith — and despite Tiridates's renowned strength he could not overpower her. The king ordered all 37 nuns executed; their bodies were left unburied for nine days. 

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