Saint · 305-311
Kyriaina and Juliana in Cilicia
Martyrs Kyriaina and Juliana in Cilicia
New Calendar November 1 Old Calendar November 14
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Kyriaina (Κυριαίνα) was from Tarsus in Cilicia, and Saint Juliana was from the city of Roso. The Orthodox Church commemorates Kyriaina and Juliana in Cilicia on November 1.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Kyriaina and Juliana in Cilicia as a patron when they bear the name Kyriaina at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 1. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Kyriaina and Juliana in Cilicia, 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.