Saint · 10th c
Ilarion the Georgian
New Calendar March 20 Old Calendar April 2
Why they are a saint
Ilarion the Georgian (10th c) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on March 20. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Ilarion the Georgian as a patron when they bear the name Ilarion at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 20. Georgian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Ilarion the Georgian, 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.