Summary: Joan Of Arc As A Political Martyr

In chapter 8, Moss, describes Joan of arc as “a political saint”. She goes on to indicate that many deferring groups have claimed her as a heroine for their cause. Memories of a martyr are malleable. (Moss, p.249) This is beneficial for the group wanting to align themselves as a martyr.
What attitudes toward persecution and martyrdom do you perceive in the posts about Martin, Berndall, and Corrie? Martyrs are more respected than those who are merely persecuted. Therefore, it benefits those who want to be more respected and honored for taking a stance to associate themselves with someone who was considered a martyr. This is why when Moss uses the word “malleable” I think about a piece of clay that can be shaped into whatever you need to meet

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