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Martyr · 249-251
Menignus at Parium
Martyr Menignus at Parium
New Calendar November 22 Old Calendar December 5
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Menignus was a simple worker, a linen-bleacher. The Lord granted him His special mercy. Twice in his life, he heard a voice from Heaven calling on him to suffer for Christ. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Menignus at Parium as a patron when they bear the name Menignus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 22. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Menignus at Parium, 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.