Saint · 12th c
Arsen Ikaltoeli
New Calendar September 2 Old Calendar September 15
Why they are a saint
Arsen Ikaltoeli (12th c) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on September 2. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Arsen Ikaltoeli as a patron when they bear the name Arsen at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 2. Georgian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Arsen Ikaltoeli, 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.