Martyr · 133
Gobron
Martyr Gobron (Michael) and 133 soldiers, of Georgia
New Calendar November 17 Old Calendar November 30
Why they are a saint
In the year 914 a certain prince by the name of Michael-Gobron distinguished himself in a battle against the Arab Muslim invaders. The Orthodox Church commemorates Gobron on November 17.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Gobron as a patron when they bear the name Gobron at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 17. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Gobron, 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.