Saint
Martyrius
Venerable Martyrius, Abbot of Zelenets, Pskov
New Calendar November 11 Old Calendar November 24
Why they are a saint
Saint Martyrius was a monk in the Veliki Luki (Great Meadows) Monastery, and shared a cell with Elder Bogolep. The Orthodox Church commemorates Martyrius on November 11.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Martyrius as a patron when they bear the name Martyrius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 11. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Martyrius, 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.