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Martyr
Eubulus at Caesarea
Martyr Eubulus at Caesarea, Cappadocia
New Calendar February 3 Old Calendar February 16
Why they are a saint
Saint Eubulus, like Saint Adrian, was from Baneas, in Caesarea of Cappadocia. He went to Caesarea to visit Christians in prison, and was arrested by Governor Firmilianus. He was thrown to the wild beasts, and thereby received the crown of martyrdom. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eubulus at Caesarea as a patron when they bear the name Eubulus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 3. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Eubulus at Caesarea, 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.