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Saint
Eudokimos of Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos
Venerable Eudokimos of Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos
New Calendar October 5 Old Calendar October 18
Why they are a saint
Nothing is known about the life and deeds of Venerable Eudokimos (Eudókimos) of Vatopedi. The Orthodox Church commemorates Eudokimos of Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos on October 5.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eudokimos of Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos as a patron when they bear the name Eudokimos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 5. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Eudokimos of Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos, 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.