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Hierarch
Bessarion of Larissa
Saint Bessarion, Archbishop of Larissa
New Calendar September 15 Old Calendar September 28
Why they are a saint
Bessarion of Larissa is remembered as Archbishop of Larissa. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs. The New Calendar feast is September 15.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Bessarion of Larissa as a patron when they bear the name Bessarion at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 15. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Bessarion of Larissa, 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.