Saint
Benjamin
Righteous Benjamin
New Calendar December 15 Old Calendar December 28
Why they are a saint
The youngest son of Jacob, he was called Benoni and then Benjamin (Genesis 35:16-18). Venerated as righteous, one who pleased God by a holy life in the world.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Benjamin as a patron when they bear the name Benjamin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 15.
Prayer
O holy Benjamin, 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.