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Martyr
Anthusa at Rome
Martyr Anthusa at Rome (5th C)
New Calendar December 8 Old Calendar December 21
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Anthusa, the wife of a Roman official, was baptized by Saint Ambrose of Milan (December 7). The Orthodox Church commemorates Anthusa at Rome on December 8.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Anthusa at Rome as a patron when they bear the name Anthusa at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Anthusa at Rome, 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.