Hieromartyr · 1855
Kirion II
Hieromartyr Kirion II, Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia
New Calendar March 12 Old Calendar March 25
Why they are a saint
The holy Hieromartyr Kirion II (known in the world as George Sadzaglishvili) was born in 1855 in the village of Nikozi in the Gori district. The Orthodox Church commemorates Kirion II on March 12.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Kirion II as a patron when they bear the name Kirion at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 12. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Kirion II, 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.