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Saint
Jonas and Barachesius
The Holy Martyrs Jonas and Barachesius
New Calendar March 29 Old Calendar April 11
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Jonas and Barachesius are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on March 29. Venerated as martyrs who died for the faith in Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Jonas and Barachesius as a patron when they bear the name Jonas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 29. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Jonas and Barachesius, 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.