Hierarch
Isaac the Syrian of Nineveh
Saint Isaac the Syrian, Bishop of Nineveh
New Calendar January 28 Old Calendar February 10
Why they are a saint
Isaac the Syrian of Nineveh is remembered as Bishop of Nineveh. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs. The New Calendar feast is January 28.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Isaac the Syrian of Nineveh as a patron when they bear the name Isaac at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 28. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Isaac the Syrian of Nineveh, 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.