Hierarch · 284-305
Anthimus of Nicomedea
Anthimus, Bishop of Nicomedea
New Calendar September 3 Old Calendar September 16
Why they are a saint
The Hieromartyr Anthimus, Bishop of Nicomedia, and those with him suffered during the persecution against Christians under the emperors Diocletian (284-305) and Maximian (305-311). The Orthodox Church commemorates Anthimus of Nicomedea on September 3.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Anthimus of Nicomedea as a patron when they bear the name Anthimus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 3. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Anthimus of Nicomedea, 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.