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Saint · 1st C
Fulvianus
Saint Fulvianus, Prince of Ethiopia, in Holy Baptism Matthew (1st C)
New Calendar November 16 Old Calendar November 29
Why they are a saint
He handed over the Holy Apostle Matthew to fire, but seeing the miracles leading to the death of the Holy Apostle, believed in Christ and zealously preached the Christian faith. The Orthodox Church commemorates Fulvianus on November 16.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Fulvianus as a patron when they bear the name Fulvianus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 16. As a ruler, he is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Fulvianus, 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.