Euphrosyne of Polotsk

Euphrosyne of Polotsk was a prominent 12th-century saint and the first known female writer in Belarusian history. She was instrumental in the Christianization of the region and is revered for her contributions to the development of religious and cultural life in Polotsk. Euphrosyne founded a convent and was known for her piety and charitable works, earning her a lasting legacy as a key figure in Belarusian Orthodox history.