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Saint · 1009–1065
Giorgi Mtacmideli
Giorgi Mtacmideli (of the Holy Mountain)
New Calendar June 24 Old Calendar July 7
Why they are a saint
Giorgi Mtacmideli (of the Holy Mountain) (1009–1065) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 24. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; 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 Giorgi Mtacmideli as a patron when they bear the name Giorgi at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 24. Georgian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Giorgi Mtacmideli, 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.