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Aphraates of Persia
Saint Aphraates of Persia
New Calendar January 29 Old Calendar February 11
Why they are a saint
Saint Aphraates, a Persian who came to believe in Christ, disavowed his illustrious lineage and left his pagan countrymen by going to Edessa, and then to Antioch. The Orthodox Church commemorates Aphraates of Persia on January 29.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Aphraates of Persia as a patron when they bear the name Aphraates at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 29. Antiochian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Aphraates of Persia, 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.