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Saint · 304
Manuel and Theodosius
Martyrs Manuel and Theodosius († 304)
New Calendar March 27 Old Calendar April 9
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Manuel and Theodosius suffered for their faith in Christ in 304 in Sirmium. The Orthodox Church commemorates Manuel and Theodosius on March 27.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Manuel and Theodosius as a patron when they bear the name Manuel at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 27. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Manuel and Theodosius, 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.