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Saint
David of Serbia
New Calendar October 7 Old Calendar October 20
Why they are a saint
David of Serbia is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on October 7. 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 David of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name David at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 7. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy David of Serbia, 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.