History File, The Christian Martyrs of Cordoba.

In the mid 9th century in Al Andaluz, Muslim occupied Spain, a remarkable series of events unfolded. One after the other certain Chistians spoke out against Islam and proclaimed Mohammed to be a false prophet, without violence and in full knowledge of the consequences. More than 50 people chose chose this martyrs death.

The contrast between these guys and a Muslim shahid couldn't be more stark. Read their story here.........

or a shorter version on Wiki.............

Picture:

Roderick, a priest of Cabra, executed at Córdoba, by Bartolomé Esteban Perez Murillo