Hieromartyr
Alexander of Sίdē, in Pamphylia
Hieromartyr Alexander of Sίdē, in Pamphylia
New Calendar March 15 Old Calendar March 28
Why they are a saint
Orthodox Christians honor Alexander of Sίdē, in Pamphylia for a confession sealed by death. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. He is venerated because he would not deny the faith, even at the cost of his life.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Alexander of Sίdē as a patron when they bear the name Alexander at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 15. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Alexander of Sίdē, in Pamphylia, 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.