Saint
Hermylus and Stratonicus of Belgrade
Martyrs Hermylus and Stratonicus of Belgrade († c. 315)
New Calendar January 13 Old Calendar January 26
Why they are a saint
Hermylus was a deacon in Singidunum (modern-day Belgrade) during the reign of Licinius. The Orthodox Church commemorates Hermylus and Stratonicus of Belgrade on January 13.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Hermylus and Stratonicus of Belgrade as a patron when they bear the name Hermylus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Hermylus and Stratonicus of Belgrade, 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.