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Martyr · c. 1000 – 1016
John Vladimir
New Calendar June 4 Old Calendar June 17
Why they are a saint
John Vladimir Ј (c. 1000 – 1016) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 4. 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 John Vladimir as a patron when they bear the name John at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy John Vladimir, 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.