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Martyr · 1506
Monastic Martyr Anthony of Kareotis
New Calendar February 4 Old Calendar February 17
Why they are a saint
Saint Anthony was born in Ukraine and in Holy Baptism he received the name Onouphrios. The Orthodox Church commemorates Monastic Martyr Anthony of Kareotis on February 4.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyr Anthony of Kareotis as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyr Anthony of Kareotis, 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.