Martyr
Abraham of Bulgaria
Martyr Abraham of Bulgaria
New Calendar April 1 Old Calendar April 14
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Abraham the Bulgar, Vladimir Wonderworker, lived during the thirteenth century, and was descended from the Kamska Bulgars and brought up as a Moslem. The Orthodox Church commemorates Abraham of Bulgaria on April 1.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Abraham of Bulgaria as a patron when they bear the name Abraham at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 1. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Abraham of Bulgaria, 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.