Martyr · 303
Euphemia the Great Martyr
New Calendar September 16 Old Calendar September 29
Why they are a saint
Saint Euphemia was from Chalcedon and lived in virginity. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Euphemia the Great Martyr as a patron when they bear the name Euphemia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 16. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Euphemia the Great Martyr, 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.