Martyr
Babylas of Nicomedia and 84 children with him
Martyr Babylas of Nicomedia and 84 children with him
New Calendar September 4 Old Calendar September 17
Why they are a saint
The Martyr Babylas and 84 disciples with him suffered in the city of Nicomedia for confessing Christianity during the reign of the emperor Maximian (284-305). The Orthodox Church commemorates Babylas of Nicomedia and 84 children with him on September 4.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Babylas of Nicomedia and 84 children as a patron when they bear the name Babylas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Babylas of Nicomedia and 84 children with him, pray to God for us.
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