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Martyr · 830
Boyan
Martyr Boyan, Prince of Bulgaria
New Calendar March 28 Old Calendar April 10
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Boyan, Prince of Bulgaria, suffered for Christ around the year 830. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Boyan as a patron when they bear the name Boyan at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 28. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Boyan, 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.