Saint
Chrysanthus and Daria
Martyrs Chrysanthus and Daria, and those with them at Rome
New Calendar March 19 Old Calendar April 1
Why they are a saint
Saint Chrysanthus came from a pagan family who had moved to Rome from Alexandria. He received a fine education, and among the books he read were those in which pagans discussed Christianity. The young man, however, wanted to read books written by Christians themselves. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Chrysanthus and Daria as a patron when they bear the name Chrysanthus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 19. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Chrysanthus and Daria, 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.