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Damaskinos the New Martyr of Mount Athos
New Calendar November 13 Old Calendar November 26
Why they are a saint
Damaskinos the New Martyr of Mount Athos is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 13. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Damaskinos the New Martyr of Mount Athos as a patron when they bear the name Damaskinos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Damaskinos the New Martyr of Mount Athos, 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.