Saint
Akakios of Sinai who is mentioned in The Ladder
New Calendar November 26 Old Calendar December 9
Why they are a saint
Akakios of Sinai who is mentioned in The Ladder is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 26. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; 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 Akakios of Sinai who is mentioned in The Ladder as a patron when they bear the name Akakios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 26.
Prayer
O holy Akakios of Sinai who is mentioned in The Ladder, 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.