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Martyr
Anthony of Alexandria
Martyrs Anthony, Julian, John, James, Alexis, Demetreus, Photius, Peter, Leontius, and Mary
New Calendar August 9 Old Calendar August 22
Why they are a saint
The Martyr Anthony, a native of the city of Alexandria, was a Christian. For his confession of faith they tied him to a tree and tore at his body with iron hooks, and then sentenced him to burning. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Anthony of Alexandria as a patron when they bear the name Anthony at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 9. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Anthony of Alexandria, 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.