Hieromartyr
Basil of Amasea
Hieromartyr Basil, Bishop of Amasea
New Calendar April 26 Old Calendar May 9
Why they are a saint
As Bishop of Amasea, Basil of Amasea is numbered with the saints of the Church. Basil of Amasea was a fourth-century Christian bishop and martyr. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. The Church honors him as a hieromartyr, one who died for Christ.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Basil of Amasea as a patron when they bear the name Basil at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 26. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Basil of Amasea, 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.