Polysemous violence and the construction of memory: the Passion of Salsa of Tipasa

The narrative of Salsa of Tipasa's martyrdom reveals a structured portrayal of violence and memory construction, centered on three key violent events: the destruction of an idol by the young girl, her subsequent lynching, and her miraculous intercession to defeat tyrannical violence. This narrative serves to legitimize her martyrdom and holiness, integrating her into a broader process of cultural memory. The study employs a close analysis of the Passion of Salsa, examining how stereotypes and violent episodes are used to construct a sacred figure's legitimacy within historical and religious contexts.

Ménard, H. (2014). Polysemous violence and the construction of memory: the Passion of Salsa of Tipasa. Antiquité Tardive, 22, 235–242. https://doi.org/10.1484/j.at.5.103189