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New martyr · † 1752
George of Ptolemaida
New Martyr George of Ptolemaida († 1752)
New Calendar April 23 Old Calendar May 6
Why they are a saint
New Martyr George of Ptolemaida († 1752) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 23. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take George of Ptolemaida as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 23. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy George of Ptolemaida, 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.