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Saint · 1324–1337
Daniel II
New Calendar January 2 Old Calendar January 15
Why they are a saint
Daniel II (1324–1337) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on January 2. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; 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 Daniel II as a patron when they bear the name Daniel at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 2. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Daniel II, 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.