Prophet
Hosea
Prophet Hosea
New Calendar October 17 Old Calendar October 30
Why they are a saint
The Orthodox Church commemorates Hosea among the prophets of Israel. The Book of Hosea stands among the twelve minor prophets, a word of judgment and mercy to Israel. The prophets are venerated because they spoke the word of God and prepared the coming of Christ. The Orthodox Church reads him among the prophets of Israel and keeps his feast on the calendar.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Hosea as a patron when they bear the name Hosea at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 17. As a prophet, he is also honored by those who seek to hear and keep God's word.
Prayer
O holy Hosea, 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.