Saint · 2000 B.C
Forefather Abraham
Righteous Forefather Abraham and his nephew Lot (2000 B.C.)
New Calendar October 9 Old Calendar October 22
Why they are a saint
The Righteous Forefather Abraham lived around 2000 B.C. His story is found in the Book of Genesis, Chapters 12-25. Venerated as righteous, one who pleased God by a holy life in the world.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Forefather Abraham as a patron when they bear the name Forefather at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 9.
Prayer
O holy Forefather Abraham, 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.