Martyr
Barypsabas in Dalmatia
Martyr Barypsabas in Dalmatia
New Calendar September 10 Old Calendar September 23
Why they are a saint
Saint Barypsabas (Βαρυψάβας) of Dalmatia was a hermit and a Martyr, the guardian of the blood of Christ. The Orthodox Church commemorates Barypsabas in Dalmatia on September 10.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Barypsabas in Dalmatia as a patron when they bear the name Barypsabas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 10. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Barypsabas in Dalmatia, 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.