Justina of Padua was a 4th-century Christian martyr who lived in Padua. Born to a noble family, she was known for her deep religious devotion and her vow of perpetual virginity. During the persecutions led by the prefect Maximian, she was arrested for visiting imprisoned Christians to offer them comfort. Despite the prefect's attempts to break her resolve through various pressures, she remained steadfast in her faith. Ultimately, Maximian ordered her execution by sword, making her a celebrated figure of constancy.