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Martyr
George the Great Martyr and Triumphant
New Calendar May 6 Old Calendar May 19
Why they are a saint
George the Great Martyr and Triumphant are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 6. Venerated as martyrs who died for the faith in Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take George the Great Martyr and Triumphant as a patron when they bear the name George at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 6. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy George the Great Martyr and Triumphant, 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.