Martyr
Antiochus the Physician of Sebaste
Martyr Antiochus the Physician of Sebaste
New Calendar July 16 Old Calendar July 29
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Antiochus, a native of Cappadocian Sebastea, was the brother of the holy Martyr Platon (November 18), and he was a physician. The Orthodox Church commemorates Antiochus the Physician of Sebaste on July 16.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Antiochus the Physician of Sebaste as a patron when they bear the name Antiochus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Antiochus the Physician of Sebaste, 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.