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Prophet
Joad
Prophet Joad
New Calendar March 30 Old Calendar April 12
Why they are a saint
With the other holy prophets, Joad is venerated as one who spoke the word of God. Joad is commemorated among the Old Testament prophets whose names the Orthodox calendar has kept. His memory is kept with the other Old Testament righteous whom the Church venerates as saints.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Joad as a patron when they bear the name Joad at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 30. As a prophet, he is also honored by those who seek to hear and keep God's word.
Prayer
O holy Joad, 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.