Saint
Martyrs of Lazeti
New Calendar April 29 Old Calendar May 12
Why they are a saint
Lazeti is a region in southern Kolkheti (Colchis), the ancient kingdom located in what is now southwestern Georgia and northeastern Turkey. The Orthodox Church commemorates of Lazeti on April 29.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Martyrs of Lazeti as a patron when they bear the name of at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 29. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Martyrs of Lazeti, 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.