Saint
Eleazar of Anzersk Island
Venerable Eleazar of Anzersk Island in Solovki († 1656)
New Calendar January 13 Old Calendar January 26
Why they are a saint
The Monk Eleazar of Anzersk was born in the city of Kozel’sk into the merchant family Sevriukin. The Orthodox Church commemorates Eleazar of Anzersk Island on January 13.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eleazar of Anzersk Island as a patron when they bear the name Eleazar at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 13. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Eleazar of Anzersk Island, 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.