Martyr · 285
Claudius
Martyr Claudius, Asterius, Neon, and Theonilla of Aegæ in Cilicia
New Calendar October 29 Old Calendar November 11
Why they are a saint
The Martyrs Claudius, Asterius, Neones, and Theonilla of Aegae in Cilicia suffered for Christ in the year 285 during the reign of the emperor Diocletian (284-311). The Orthodox Church commemorates Claudius on October 29.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Claudius as a patron when they bear the name Claudius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 29. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Claudius, 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.