Saint · 6th century
Fathers of the Shio-Mgvime Monastery
Holy Fathers of the Shio-Mgvime Monastery
New Calendar January 4 Old Calendar January 17
Why they are a saint
The Thirteen Syrian fathers arrived in Georgia in the 6th century, having received a blessing for their journey from the Most Holy Theotokos. The Orthodox Church commemorates Fathers of the Shio-Mgvime Monastery on January 4.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Fathers of the Shio-Mgvime Monastery as a patron when they bear the name Fathers at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 4. Georgian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Fathers of the Shio-Mgvime Monastery, 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.