Martyr
Autonomos the Martyr
New Calendar September 12 Old Calendar September 25
Why they are a saint
He fled from Italy to Bithynia during Diocletian’s persecutions. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Autonomos the Martyr as a patron when they bear the name Autonomos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 12. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Autonomos the Martyr, 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.