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Martyr
Manetha of Cæsarea in Palestine
Martyr Manetha of Cæsarea in Palestine († c. 307-308)
New Calendar November 13 Old Calendar November 26
Why they are a saint
Saint Manetha was captured along with Saints Antoninus, Nikēphóros and Germanus. The Orthodox Church commemorates Manetha of Cæsarea in Palestine on November 13.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Manetha of Cæsarea in Palestine as a patron when they bear the name Manetha at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Manetha of Cæsarea in Palestine, 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.