Saint
Appearance of Christ to Saint Martin of Tours
New Calendar February 13 Old Calendar February 26
Why they are a saint
On February 13, the Russian Orthodox Church commemorates the appearance of Christ to Saint Martin of Tours (October 12 and November 11). The Orthodox Church commemorates Appearance of Christ to Saint Martin of Tours on February 13.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Appearance of Christ to Saint Martin of Tours as a patron when they bear the name Appearance at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 13. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Appearance of Christ to Saint Martin of Tours, 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.