Martyr · 284-305
Eleutherius of Constantinople
Martyr Eleutherius of Constantinople
New Calendar August 4 Old Calendar August 17
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Eleutherius served as the cubicularius (chamberlain) at the court of the emperor Maximian Hercules (284-305). The Orthodox Church commemorates Eleutherius of Constantinople on August 4.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eleutherius of Constantinople as a patron when they bear the name Eleutherius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Eleutherius of Constantinople, 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.