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Saint · 1587
Basil of Mangazea in Siberia
Righteous Basil of Mangazea in Siberia
New Calendar March 23 Old Calendar April 5
Why they are a saint
Righteous Basil of Mangazea: Saint Basil was born in the town of Yaroslavl around 1587. The Orthodox Church commemorates Basil of Mangazea in Siberia on March 23.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Basil of Mangazea in Siberia as a patron when they bear the name Basil at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 23.
Prayer
O holy Basil of Mangazea in Siberia, 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.