Saint · † 1461
Jonah
Saint Jonah, Metropolitan of Moscow and Wonderworker of All Russia († 1461)
New Calendar March 31 Old Calendar April 13
Why they are a saint
Saint Jona, Metropolitan of Moscow and Wonderworker of All Russia († 31 March 1461)—the account about him is located under 31 March. The Orthodox Church commemorates Jonah on March 31.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Jonah as a patron when they bear the name Jonah at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 31. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Jonah, 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.