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Saint · died 1496
Daniil Sihastrul
New Calendar December 18 Old Calendar December 31
Why they are a saint
Daniil Sihastrul (Romanian for "Daniel the Hesychast") (died 1496) was a renowned Moldavan Orthodox spiritual guide, advisor of Stephen the Great, and hegumen of Voroneț Monastery. The Orthodox Church commemorates Daniil Sihastrul on December 18.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Daniil Sihastrul as a patron when they bear the name Daniil at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 18. Romanian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Daniil Sihastrul, pray to God for us.
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