Martyr
Alexander the Martyr of Thessaloniki
New Calendar November 7 Old Calendar November 20
Why they are a saint
Alexander the Martyr of Thessaloniki is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 7. 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 Alexander the Martyr of Thessaloniki as a patron when they bear the name Alexander at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 7. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Alexander the Martyr of Thessaloniki, 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.