Martyr · 1794
Avakum the Deacon of Serbia
Martyr Avakum the Deacon of Serbia
New Calendar December 17 Old Calendar December 30
Why they are a saint
The holy New Martyr Avakum (Habakkuk) was born in Bosnia in 1794, and was named Lepoje by his parents. The Orthodox Church commemorates Avakum the Deacon of Serbia on December 17.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Avakum the Deacon of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Avakum at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 17. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Avakum the Deacon of Serbia, 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.