St. Tabitha

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Feastday: October 25
Died: 1st century

Widow of Joppa (in modern Israel), who was mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles (9:36-42) as one who "was completely occupied with good deeds and almsgiving." She fell ill and died and was raised from the dead by St. Peter. Tabitha is sometimes called Dorcas.

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Tabitha Howe<3
6 months ago
I knew about this story, as I was named from it, what I didn't know was that she was a saint:) I am so proud to have such a background behind my name. I hope to carry on this expectation. God Bless.
anne
1 year ago
I wanna know more about the story about tabitha who was raised from the dead by St.peter.
my confirmation name is tabitha.God Bless
tabitha
2 years ago
i liked this so much. my name is also tabitha. my place is kollam. i an so happy that my name is tabitha
Tabitha Charo
2 years ago
I thank the almighty Lord for making me live by my name Tabitha. I give so much and I have realized it's because of my name sake Tabitha the widow of Joppa. Praise be to GOD

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