Martyr
Abdias
Martyr Abdias (Abidas) of Persia
New Calendar September 5 Old Calendar September 18
Why they are a saint
The Martyr Abdias [or Abidas] suffered in Persia during the reign of the emperor Izdegerd I for his refusal to renounce Christ and instead worship the sun and fire. The Orthodox Church commemorates Abdias on September 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Abdias as a patron when they bear the name Abdias at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 5. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Abdias, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.