Hierarch · c. 1325
Euthymius of Tarnovo
New Calendar January 20 Old Calendar February 2
Why they are a saint
Saint Euthymius of Tarnovo was Patriarch of Bulgaria between 1375 and 1393. Regarded as one of the most important figures of medieval Bulgaria, Euthymius was the last head of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church in the Second Bulgarian Empire. Arguably the best esteemed of all Bulgarian patriarchs, Euthymius was a supporter of hesychasm and an authoritative figure in the Eastern Orthodox world of the time.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Euthymius of Tarnovo as a patron when they bear the name Euthymius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 20. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Euthymius of Tarnovo, 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.