Martyr · 288
Domninus of Thessalonica
Martyr Domninus of Thessalonica
New Calendar October 1 Old Calendar October 14
Why they are a saint
Saint Domnίnus was from Thessaloniki and lived at the end of the III century (circa 288). The Orthodox Church commemorates Domninus of Thessalonica on October 1.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Domninus of Thessalonica as a patron when they bear the name Domninus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 1. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Domninus 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.