Martyr · 305-311
Julian of Anazarbus
Martyr Julian of Anazarbus (4th C)
New Calendar March 16 Old Calendar March 29
Why they are a saint
The Hieromartyr Julian of Anazarbus suffered for Christ in Antioch, Syria under the emperor Maximian Galerius (305-311). The Orthodox Church commemorates Julian of Anazarbus on March 16.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Julian of Anazarbus as a patron when they bear the name Julian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Julian of Anazarbus, 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.