Martyr · 304
Anastasia the Deliverer from Poisons
Great Martyr Anastasia the Deliverer from Poisons, her teacher, Martyr Chrysogonos, and many with them
New Calendar December 22 Old Calendar January 4
Why they are a saint
The Great Martyr Anastasia (Anastasía) the Deliverer from Poisons, was a Roman by birth, who suffered for Christ during Diocletian’s persecution of Christians, circa 304. The Orthodox Church commemorates Anastasia the Deliverer from Poisons on December 22.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Anastasia the Deliverer from Poisons as a patron when they bear the name Anastasia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 22. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Anastasia the Deliverer from Poisons, 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.