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Hierarch · 379-395
Flavian
Saint Flavian, Archbishop of Antioch
New Calendar February 16 Old Calendar February 29
Why they are a saint
Saint Flavian, Archbishop of Antioch, was a contemporary of Saint John Chrysostom. He attempted to obtain from the emperor Theodosius (379-395) a pardon for the citizens of Antioch, who had angered the emperor by destroying his statue. Venerated as a hierarch, a bishop who shepherded the Church in holiness.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Flavian as a patron when they bear the name Flavian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 16. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Flavian, 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.