Martyr
Acacius the Centurion at Byzantium
Martyr Acacius the Centurion at Byzantium († 303)
New Calendar May 7 Old Calendar May 20
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Acacius, who lived mostly in the III Century, was born at Cappadocia and was a centurion of the Martesian regiment under the military officer Firmus. The Orthodox Church commemorates Acacius the Centurion at Byzantium on May 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Acacius the Centurion at Byzantium as a patron when they bear the name Acacius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 7. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Acacius the Centurion at Byzantium, 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.