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Martyr
Monastic Martyr Ignatius the Monk of Bulgaria
New Calendar October 8 Old Calendar October 21
Why they are a saint
The holy New Martyr Ignatius was born in the village of Eski Zagora in the Trnovo region of Bulgaria, and was named John in Baptism. The Orthodox Church commemorates Monastic Martyr Ignatius the Monk of Bulgaria on October 8.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Monastic Martyr Ignatius the Monk of Bulgaria as a patron when they bear the name Monastic at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Monastic Martyr Ignatius the Monk of Bulgaria, 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.