No icon yet
New martyr
Athanasius of Icium
New Martyr Athanasius of Icium
New Calendar July 24 Old Calendar August 6
Why they are a saint
New Martyr Athanasius of Icium is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on July 24. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; 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 Athanasius of Icium as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 24. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Athanasius of Icium, 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.