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Martyr
Aitherios the Martyr of Nicomedia
New Calendar June 18 Old Calendar July 1
Why they are a saint
Aitherios the Martyr of Nicomedia is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 18. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Aitherios the Martyr of Nicomedia as a patron when they bear the name Aitherios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 18. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Aitherios the Martyr of Nicomedia, 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.