Saint
Martyrius the Deacon
Venerable Martyrius the Deacon and Martyrius the Hermit, of the Kiev Caves (13th-15th C)
New Calendar October 25 Old Calendar November 7
Why they are a saint
Saint Martyrius the Deacon is remembered in the Seventh Ode of the Canon to the Fathers of the Kiev Far Caves. The Orthodox Church commemorates Martyrius the Deacon on October 25.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Martyrius the Deacon as a patron when they bear the name Martyrius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 25. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Martyrius the Deacon, 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.