Martyr · 331-363
Basil of Ancyra
Martyr Basil of Ancyra
New Calendar January 1 Old Calendar January 14
Why they are a saint
Saint Basil lived in the time of Julian the Apostate (331-363), and confessed his faith in Christ before the governor Saturninus. The Orthodox Church commemorates Basil of Ancyra on January 1.
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 January 1. 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.