Saint
Fathers and Mothers of the Klarjeti Wilderness
Venerable Fathers and Mothers of the Klarjeti Wilderness
New Calendar October 5 Old Calendar October 18
Why they are a saint
For centuries the region of Tao-Klarjeti in southwestern Georgia was known for its holiness, unity and spiritual strength. The Orthodox Church commemorates Fathers and Mothers of the Klarjeti Wilderness on October 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Fathers and Mothers of the Klarjeti Wilderness as a patron when they bear the name Fathers 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 Fathers and Mothers of the Klarjeti Wilderness, 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.