Hieromartyr
Alexander of Comana
Hieromartyr Alexander, Bishop of Comana
New Calendar August 12 Old Calendar August 25
Why they are a saint
Alexander of Comana, Bishop of Comana, is kept among the saints. Alexander of Comana; died c. 251, known as Alexander Carbonarius, meaning "the charcoal burner" was Bishop of Comana in Pontus. The Church honors him as a hieromartyr, one who died for Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Alexander of Comana as a patron when they bear the name Alexander at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 12. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Alexander of Comana, 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.