Martyr
Monastic Martyr Bademus
Monastic Martyr Bademus (Vadim) of Persia
New Calendar April 9 Old Calendar April 22
Why they are a saint
Monk Martyr Archimandrite Bademus (Vadim) was born in the fourth century in the Persian city of Bithlapata, and was descended from a rich and illustrious family. The Orthodox Church commemorates Monastic Martyr Bademus on April 9.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyr Bademus as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 9. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyr Bademus, 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.