Martyr · 305-311
Bassa of Edessa and her sons Theogonius
Martyr Bassa of Edessa and her sons: Theognios, Agapios and Pistos († c. 305-311)
New Calendar August 21 Old Calendar September 3
Why they are a saint
The Martyr Bassa with her sons Theognis, Agapius and Pistus, lived in the city of Macedonian Edessa and she was married to a pagan priest. The Orthodox Church commemorates Bassa of Edessa and her sons Theogonius on August 21.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Bassa of Edessa as a patron when they bear the name Bassa at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 21. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Bassa of Edessa and her sons Theogonius, pray to God for us.
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