Perhaps the most common claim regarding the fate of Peter is that he was crucified upside down. Sean explores the historical evidence for this claim. read more
As for crucifixion upside down, that is also testified to, but the evidence is weaker for this particular form of crucifixion. The apocryphal Acts of Peter is the earliest reference to crucifixion of Peter upside down. The earliest reference to the martyrdom of Peter comes from the letter of Clement of Rome (about AD 90). read more
St.Peter considered himself as a servant of God and he believed he is not good enough to crucify in the same way as they crucified Jesus. It was his request to crucify him upside down. read more
Saint Peter in Chains 1 August (pre-1960 Roman Calendar) Venerated in: All Christian denominations that venerate saints, Islam: Canonized: Pre-Congregation: Attributes: Keys of Heaven, pallium, papal vestments, rooster, man crucified upside down, vested as an Apostle, holding a book or scroll, Cross of Saint Peter. read more