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Martyr
Michael “the Black-Robed” of Saint Savva Monastery
Martyr Michael “the Black-Robed” of Saint Savva Monastery
New Calendar May 23 Old Calendar June 5
Why they are a saint
The Venerable Michael lived in the ninth century, and was from the city of Edessa in Mesopotamia, the son of Christian parents. The Orthodox Church commemorates Michael “the Black-Robed” of Saint Savva Monastery on May 23.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Michael “the Black-Robed” of Saint Savva Monastery as a patron when they bear the name Michael at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 23. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Michael “the Black-Robed” of Saint Savva Monastery, 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.