Great martyr · c. 1329–1389
Lazar of Serbia
Right-believing Prince Lazarus the Great Martyr of Serbia
New Calendar June 15 Old Calendar June 28
Why they are a saint
Lazar of Serbia was prince who fell at Kosovo Polje choosing the heavenly kingdom; great martyr of the Serbian people. The years given for this life are c. 1329–1389. Orthodox Christians honor that confession of Christ unto death. The New Calendar feast is June 15.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Lazar of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Lazar; Lazarus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 15. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Lazar of Serbia, 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.
Do not confuse with Lazarus of the Four Days (March 17 / Lazarus Saturday).