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Martyr
Barbarus in Thessaly
Martyr Barbarus in Thessaly, who was a robber
New Calendar May 6 Old Calendar May 19
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Barbarus, formerly a robber, lived in Greece and for a long time he committed robberies, extortions and murders. The Orthodox Church commemorates Barbarus in Thessaly on May 6.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Barbarus in Thessaly as a patron when they bear the name Barbarus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 6. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Barbarus in Thessaly, 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.