Saint
Eusebius the Hermit of Syria
Venerable Eusebius, Hermit of Syria (5th C)
New Calendar February 15 Old Calendar February 28
Why they are a saint
Saint Eusebius the Hermit lived in the fourth century and lived in asceticism on a mountain near the village of Asicha in Syria. The Orthodox Church commemorates Eusebius the Hermit of Syria on February 15.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Eusebius the Hermit of Syria as a patron when they bear the name Eusebius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 15. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Eusebius the Hermit of Syria, 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.