Who are the Ugandan Martyrs?

Uganda Martyrs – A tale of young men who died for their faith. Martyrs of Uganda, Ugandan martyrs. The Uganda Martyrs comprise of 45 young men who were brutally killed by the king of Buganda called Kabaka Mwanga II. They were forced to abandon their faith in Christianity which they refused to do and Kabaka ordered for their killing.

What is the Namugongo Martyrs Shrine?

The Namugongo Martyrs Shrine is a Catholic Basilica dedicated to the Ugandan Martyrs that were killed by Kabaka Mwanga. The shrine is one of the historical, religious and most beautiful things to visit in Kampala.

How many Catholic martyrs were killed by Kabaka Mwanga?

The Catholic martyrs were 24 and 22 were killed under the orders of Kabaka Mwanga of Buganda in 1885 and 1887 due to refusal of denouncing Christian faith which had been introduced by Kabaka Mwanga’s father.

What did Charles Lwanga say about the Kingdom of Buganda?

At one point Charles Lwanga—echoing the stance of another, earlier, martyr, St. Thomas More—stated his allegiance to the kingdom of Buganda, declaring his willingness to lay down his life for the king. He would not, however, abjure his faith.

What is the story of the martyrs of Mwanga?

Mwanga was caught up in a compromising situation when instead of killing the faith he instead watered it to grow. The blood of the martyrs instead planted a seed of faith in many hearts as can be proved today as the largest populations of Uganda are Christians. Plus the young men are now celebrated all over the world.

Who was the first Catholic martyr in Kenya?

Mwanga was offended by Mukasa’s remarks about his actions, and he then ordered him to be arrested and killed on Nov. 15 1885; becoming the first catholic martyr, when he was beheaded at Nakivubo. Since then to 1886, many more converts were brutally murdered for their failure to denounce their ne w found faith.