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New martyr · † 1515
George, the Serbian of Kratovo
New Martyr George, the Serbian of Kratovo († 1515)
New Calendar February 11 Old Calendar February 24
Why they are a saint
New Martyr George, the Serbian of Kratovo († 1515) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 11. 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 as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 11. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy George, the Serbian of Kratovo, 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.