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Susanna.

1 Heroine of a story told in the Book of Daniel, in a chapter (13) placed in the Apocrypha in the Authorized Version (see DanielDaniel,
book of the Bible. It combines "court" tales, perhaps originating from the 6th cent. B.C., and a series of apocalyptic visions arising from the time of the Maccabean emergency (167–164 B.C.
..... Click the link for more information. ). Two elders attempt to seduce Susanna and are repulsed; they accuse her of illicit relations with a young man, but she is saved from punishment by young Daniel, who traps the false accusers in discrepancies in their testimony. Susanna has been a favorite subject of Christian iconography. 2 Woman who ministered to Jesus.

Susanna

unjustly condemned for adultery; later acquitted. [Apocrypha: Daniel and Susanna]

See: Innocence

Susanna

rejects advances of elderly men. [Apocrypha: Susanna]

See: Virtuousness

Susanna

¹ Apocrypha

1. the wife of Joachim, who was condemned to death for adultery because of a false accusation, but saved by Daniel's sagacity

2. the book of the Apocrypha containing this story

Susanna

the book of the Apocrypha containing the story of Susanna, who was condemned to death for adultery because of a false accusation but saved by Daniel's sagacity

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"Well we're about to discuss the Miley Cyrus [music] video, I'm so sorry, and i thought I'd better..." Susanna trailed off sheepishly.

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The camera then zoomed out of Charlotte and showed a surprised Susanna on her phone.

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Susanna split from Dominic Cotton, her partner of 16 years and dad to her three sons, in 2014.

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However, Susanna was sure that a Goldies Cymru group would be a hit in Rhydypennau and convinced her bosses that hosting a Goldies group in the library would benefit the whole community.

The moment Strictly Come Dancing star turned Cardiff library into a ballroom; It was a surprise organised by the National Lotery to celebrate volunteer and Strictly fan Susanna Thomas for her work with Goldies Cymru

Head teacher Scott Pennock said: "Throughout her school career, Susanna has demonstrated the highest levels of commitment, focus and achievement.

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As Joshua prepares for his hearing, his interview with Susanna makes for compelling viewing.

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The story comes from the biblical Book of Daniel, telling of the young, beautiful and virtuous wife, Susanna. During her husband's absence, as she bathes naked in her garden's spring, two elders spy on her and then approach with lustful offers.