Saint
Acacius of Sinai
Venerable Acacius of Sinai, who is mentioned in the Ladder
New Calendar July 7 Old Calendar July 20
Why they are a saint
Saint Acacius of Sinai lived during the sixth century and was a novice at a certain monastery in Asia. The Orthodox Church commemorates Acacius of Sinai on July 7.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Acacius of Sinai as a patron when they bear the name Acacius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 7. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Acacius of Sinai, 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.