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John of Shavta-Gelati
Saint John of Shavta-Gelati
New Calendar June 9 Old Calendar June 22
Why they are a saint
The great Georgian hymnographer, philosopher, and orator Saint John of Shavta labored in the 12th and 13th centuries, during the reign of the holy queen Tamar. The Orthodox Church commemorates John of Shavta-Gelati on June 9.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take John of Shavta-Gelati as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 9. Georgian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy John of Shavta-Gelati, 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.