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Justin the Philosopher and those with him at Rome
Martyr Justin the Philosopher, another Justin, and those with them at Rome: Chariton, his wife Charita, Euelpistus, Hierax, Peonus, and Valerian († 166)
New Calendar June 1 Old Calendar June 14
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Justin the Philosopher was born at Sykhem—an ancient city of Samaria. The Orthodox Church commemorates Justin the Philosopher and those with him at Rome on June 1.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Justin the Philosopher and those as a patron when they bear the name Justin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 1. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Justin the Philosopher and those with him at Rome, 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.