Prophet · c. 10th century BC
David the King
Holy Righteous David the King, Prophet
New Calendar December 27 Old Calendar January 9
Why they are a saint
David the King was king of Israel, prophet, psalmist; ancestor of Christ according to the flesh. The years given for this life are c. 10th century BC. His memory is kept with the other Old Testament righteous whom the Church venerates as saints.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take David the King as a patron when they bear the name David at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 27. Those who share his calling as a musician also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy David the King, 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.
Do not confuse with David of Thessalonica; David of Wales; David of Gareji.