Saint
First and second finding of the Honorable Head of the Holy Glorious Prophet
First and second finding of the Honorable Head of the Holy Glorious Prophet, Forerunner, and Baptist of the Lord, John
New Calendar February 24 Old Calendar March 8
Why they are a saint
After the Beheading of the Holy Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John (August 29), his body was buried by disciples in the Samarian city of Sebaste, and his venerable head was hidden by Herodias in an unclean place. The Orthodox Church commemorates First and second finding of the Honorable Head of the Holy Glorious Prophet on February 24.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take First and second finding of the Honorable Head of the Holy Glorious Prophet as a patron when they bear the name First at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 24. As a prophet, he is also honored by those who seek to hear and keep God's word.
Prayer
O holy First and second finding of the Honorable Head of the Holy Glorious Prophet, pray to God for us.
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