Saint
Akakius
Martyr Akakius
New Calendar July 28 Old Calendar August 10
Why they are a saint
Martyr Akakius is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on July 28. 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 Akakius as a patron when they bear the name Akakius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 28. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Akakius, 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.