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Saint · 1591
Dimitri
Holy Martyr Dimitri, Tsarevich of Russia (1591)
New Calendar June 16 Old Calendar June 29
Why they are a saint
He was murdered at the age of eight by the evil designs of Boris Godunov, in the town of Uglich. After his death he appeared to a monk and accurately foretold Boris Godunov’s death. Countless miracles were worked at the grave of the Tsarevich. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Dimitri as a patron when they bear the name Dimitri at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Dimitri, 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.