Saint · † c. 306
Demetrius of Thessalonica
Great Martyr Demetrius of Thessalonica († c. 306)
New Calendar October 26 Old Calendar November 8
Why they are a saint
Great Martyr Demetrius of Thessalonica († c. 306) is a commemoration on the Orthodox calendar kept on October 26, honoring an event in the Church's life rather than telling a life story. No further details are recorded here.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Demetrius of Thessalonica as a patron when they bear the name Great at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 26. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Demetrius of Thessalonica, 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.