Prophet
God-seer Moses
Holy Prophet and God-seer Moses
New Calendar September 4 Old Calendar September 17
Why they are a saint
The Holy Prophet and God-Seer Moses was of the tribe of Levi, the son of Abram and Jochabed (Exodus 6:20). The Orthodox Church commemorates and God-seer Moses on September 4.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take God-seer Moses as a patron when they bear the name and at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 4. As a prophet, he is also honored by those who seek to hear and keep God's word.
Prayer
O holy God-seer Moses, 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.