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Martyr
Constantius the Holy Martyr
New Calendar December 26 Old Calendar January 8
Why they are a saint
His parents were Jews living at Synnada in Phrygia. One day when he was nine years old, he saw a Christian merchant make the sign of the Cross in the marketplace; and in imitation, without understanding its meaning, he began to make the sign. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Constantius the Holy Martyr as a patron when they bear the name Constantius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 26. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Constantius the Holy Martyr, 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.