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Saint · 1568
Damian the New of Philotheou, who suffered at Larissa
New Venerable Martyr Damian the New of Philotheou, who suffered at Larissa (1568)
New Calendar February 23 Old Calendar March 7
Why they are a saint
New Venerable Martyr Damian the New of Philotheou, who suffered at Larissa (1568) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 23. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; 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 Damian the New of Philotheou as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 23. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Damian the New of Philotheou, who suffered at Larissa, 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.