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Saint
Iliodorus
Martyr Iliodorus of Pomphilia
New Calendar November 19 Old Calendar December 2
Why they are a saint
Martyr Iliodorus of Pomphilia is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 19. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; 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 Iliodorus as a patron when they bear the name Iliodorus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 19. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Iliodorus, 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.