Martyr · 17th century
Evdemoz
Martyr Evdemoz, Catholicos of Georgia
New Calendar October 4 Old Calendar October 17
Why they are a saint
Saint Evdemoz led the Georgian Orthodox Church in the mid-17th century during the reign of King Rostom-Khan (1632-1658), a Georgian who had converted to Islam. The Orthodox Church commemorates Evdemoz on October 4.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Evdemoz as a patron when they bear the name Evdemoz at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Evdemoz, 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.