Virtues to Live By

St. Frumentius, known as Abba Salama, helped others with kindness, like a brother sharing generously. In the early 300s, as a slave in Aksum, he taught young King Ezana, and as a bishop, he built churches for the faithful. He stayed to serve Queen Sofya and her son, Ezana, choosing to help Aksum grow in faith. One tale says he prayed for a nobleman’s healing, and another says he built a place of worship for the faithful, including children. Through his prayers, he intercedes for those in need, like children and the sick.

His core virtue was serving, not seeking power. He cared for people, earning love as Abuna, Our Father. For Ethiopian children, this is their saint’s kindness; for Coptic children, it’s his missionary care. One tale says he shared his cloak with a needy traveler, showing kindness. His service transformed a stranger from Tyre into Ethiopia’s light.

Abba Salama’s holy virtue inspires us. It built Ethiopia’s faith and inspires solutions through his prayers. Children can share like Abba Salama, offering a toy or smile, seeking God’s grace through his intercession. His legacy makes him a beloved saint, guiding the faithful to Christ.