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Saint
Amphilochios of Patmos
Righteous Amphilochios of Patmos
New Calendar April 16 Old Calendar April 29
Why they are a saint
Righteous Amphilochios of Patmos is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 16. Venerated as righteous, one who pleased God by a holy life in the world; 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 Amphilochios of Patmos as a patron when they bear the name Amphilochios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 16. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Amphilochios of Patmos, 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.