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Saint
Marcellus and Anthony of Syria
Martyrs Marcellus and Anthony of Syria
New Calendar March 1 Old Calendar March 14
Why they are a saint
Saint Marcellus and Saint Anthony were thrown into a fire, where they shone forth brighter than gold in a crucible, receiving crowns of martyrdom from Christ our God. The Orthodox Church commemorates Marcellus and Anthony of Syria on March 1.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Marcellus and Anthony of Syria as a patron when they bear the name Marcellus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 1. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Marcellus and Anthony of Syria, 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.