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Saint
Anthimos the new ascetic
New Calendar September 4 Old Calendar September 17
Why they are a saint
Anthimos the new ascetic is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on September 4. 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 the new ascetic as a patron when they bear the name Anthimos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 4. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Anthimos the new ascetic, 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.