Saint · 527-565
Justinian the Emperor
Saint Justinian the Emperor († 565) and his wife Saint Theodora († 548)
New Calendar November 14 Old Calendar November 27
Why they are a saint
Saint Justinian the Emperor († 565) and his wife Saint Theodora († 548) (527-565) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 14. They are for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Justinian the Emperor as a patron when they bear the name Justinian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 14. As a ruler, he is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Justinian the Emperor, 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.