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Macarius of Mount Athos
Venerable Macarius of Mount Athos
New Calendar January 6 Old Calendar January 19
Why they are a saint
Saint Macarius was born in Thessalonica during the reign of Emperor Manuel II Paleologos, and went to Vatopedi Monastery on Mount Athos when he was young. The Orthodox Church commemorates Macarius of Mount Athos on January 6.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Macarius of Mount Athos as a patron when they bear the name Macarius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 6. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Macarius of Mount Athos, pray to God for us.
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