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Martyr
Monastic Martyr Damascene of the Lavra
New Calendar November 13 Old Calendar November 26
Why they are a saint
Saint Damascene was a monk from Constantinople. His parents Kyriakos and Kyriake lived in the Galatea district of the city, and they named their son Diamantes. Orphaned at a young age, and without parental guidance, the boy became rather undisciplined in his conduct. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyr Damascene of the Lavra as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyr Damascene of the Lavra, 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.