Saint · c.341-345
Acyndinos, Pegasias, Aphthonios, Elpidiphoros
Martyrs Acyndinos, Pegasias, Aphthonios, Elpidiphoros, Anempodistus and 7,000 suffering with them in Persia (c.341-345)
New Calendar November 2 Old Calendar November 15
Why they are a saint
They suffered for Christ in Persia during the reign of Shapur II in about the year 345. Sts. Acindynus, Pegasius and Anempodistus served at the imperial court. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Acyndinos as a patron when they bear the name Martyrs at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 2. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Acyndinos, Pegasias, Aphthonios, Elpidiphoros, pray to God for us.
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