Martyr · 253-259
Asterius the Senator at Caesarea
Martyr Asterius the Senator at Caesarea, in Palestine
New Calendar August 7 Old Calendar August 20
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Asterius the Senator lived during the reign of the pagan emperors Valerian (253-259) and his son Gallienus (260-268). The Orthodox Church commemorates Asterius the Senator at Caesarea on August 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Asterius the Senator at Caesarea as a patron when they bear the name Asterius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 7. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Asterius the Senator at Caesarea, 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.