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Saint
Cosmas of Zographou Monastery
Venerable Cosmas of the Zographou Monastery on Mt. Athos
New Calendar September 22 Old Calendar October 5
Why they are a saint
Saint Cosmas the Anchorite of Zographou Monastery was born into an aristocratic family in Bulgaria toward the end of the XVIII century, and was proficient in Greek as well as Bulgarian. The Orthodox Church commemorates Cosmas of Zographou Monastery on September 22.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Cosmas of Zographou Monastery as a patron when they bear the name Cosmas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 22. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Cosmas of Zographou Monastery, pray to God for us.
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