Martyr
Blaise of Caesarea
Martyr Blaise of Caesarea, in Cappadocia
New Calendar February 3 Old Calendar February 16
Why they are a saint
Saint Blaise of Caesarea lived in the third century. He was from Caesarea in Cappadocia (Asia Minor) and was a shepherd. When a persecution against Christians began, Saint Blaise surrendered himself into the hands of the torturers. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Blaise of Caesarea as a patron when they bear the name Blaise at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 3. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Blaise of Caesarea, 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.