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Saint · 1286–1292
Jacob of Serbia
New Calendar February 16 Old Calendar February 29
Why they are a saint
Jacob of Serbia Ј (1286–1292) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 16. 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 Jacob of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Jacob at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 16. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Jacob of Serbia, 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.