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Martyr
Aboudimos of the Isle of Tenedos
Martyr Aboudimos of the Isle of Tenedos
New Calendar July 15 Old Calendar July 28
Why they are a saint
This courageous soldier of Christ was from the island of Tenedos, which lies opposite the renowned city of Troy, and he was one of the first Christians to be put to death during the persecution of the Church under Diocletian in the early IV century. The Orthodox Church commemorates Aboudimos of the Isle of Tenedos on July 15.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Aboudimos of the Isle of Tenedos as a patron when they bear the name Aboudimos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 15. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Aboudimos of the Isle of Tenedos, 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.