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Martyr
Ignatius the Martyr of Mount Athos
New Martyr Ignatius the Martyr of Mount Athos
New Calendar May 1 Old Calendar May 14
Why they are a saint
The holy New Martyr Ignatius was born in the village of Eski Zagora in the Trnovo region of Bulgaria, and was named John in Baptism. The Orthodox Church commemorates Ignatius the Martyr of Mount Athos on May 1.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Ignatius the Martyr of Mount Athos as a patron when they bear the name Ignatius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 1. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Ignatius the Martyr of Mount Athos, 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.