Hierarch
Leontius of Jerusalem
Saint Leontius, Patriarch of Jerusalem
New Calendar May 14 Old Calendar May 27
Why they are a saint
Leontius of Jerusalem, Patriarch of Jerusalem, is kept among the saints. Leontius of Jerusalem was a Byzantine Christian theologian, monk and proponent of the Council of Chalcedon. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is May 14.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Leontius of Jerusalem as a patron when they bear the name Leontius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 14. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Leontius of Jerusalem, 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.