Martyr · 284-305
Antonina of Nicea
Martyr Antonina of Nicæa, in Bithynia († c.284-305)
New Calendar March 1 Old Calendar March 14
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Antonina suffered at Nicea during a persecution under the emperor Maximian (284-305). The Orthodox Church commemorates Antonina of Nicea on March 1.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Antonina of Nicea as a patron when they bear the name Antonina at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 1. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Antonina of Nicea, 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.