Synopsis

A Roman courtesan repents of her wanton life to follow Christ. Lydia, a Roman courtesan, refuses the caresses of a Roman man. A leper passes by, seeking the Son of God. Lydia laughs at him, but later, at an orgy, she experiences pangs of remorse and dismisses the guests. Exchanging her finery for a plain garment, she preaches the forgiveness of sins to some wanton revellers, but is mocked. They fall silent as Christ passes by. Lydia is tempted to drink to Bacchus at another orgy, but again repents as Christ passes by. She sets off in search of Christ, taking her directions from three women, but arrives at Golgotha to find him crucified. An angel stands at the Tomb and Lydia kisses the robe. (564ft). (Shotlist)