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Saint
Anthimos of Crete
Anthimos, President of Crete
New Calendar November 22 Old Calendar December 5
Why they are a saint
Anthimos, President of Crete is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 22. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; 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 Anthimos of Crete as a patron when they bear the name Anthimos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 22. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Anthimos of Crete, 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.