Martyr
Basil of Ancyra
Martyr Basil of Ancyra
New Calendar March 22 Old Calendar April 4
Why they are a saint
Orthodox Christians honor Basil of Ancyra for a confession sealed by death. Basil of Ancyra was a Christian priest and saint in Ancyra, Galatia during the 4th century. Martyrs are saints because they would not deny Christ even when it cost them their lives. His feast remembers that faithful death.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Basil of Ancyra as a patron when they bear the name Basil at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 22. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Basil of Ancyra, 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.