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Prophet
Michaias
The Holy Prophet Michaias
New Calendar August 14 Old Calendar August 27
Why they are a saint
The Church remembers The Holy Prophet Michaias. Old Testament prophet commemorated on the Orthodox calendar; exact years are often unknown. Feast day: August 14.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Michaias as a patron when they bear the name Michaias at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 14. As a prophet, he is also honored by those who seek to hear and keep God's word.
Prayer
O holy Michaias, 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.