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Saint
Iacov Putneanul
New Calendar January 20 Old Calendar February 2
Why they are a saint
Iacov Putneanul (January 20, 1719–May 15, 1778) was a Romanian-speaking Orthodox cleric who served as Metropolitan of Moldavia. The Orthodox Church commemorates Iacov Putneanul on January 20.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Iacov Putneanul as a patron when they bear the name Iacov at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 20. Romanian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Iacov Putneanul, pray to God for us.
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