Prophet · second millennium BC (traditional)
Moses
Holy Prophet Moses the God-seer
New Calendar September 4 Old Calendar September 17
Why they are a saint
Moses was the prophet who led Israel out of Egypt, received the Law on Sinai, and appeared at the Transfiguration. The years given for this life are second millennium BC (traditional). The faithful still hear that prophetic word in the services of the Church.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Moses as a patron when they bear the name Moses at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 4. As a prophet, he is also honored by those who seek to hear and keep God's word.
Prayer
O holy Moses, 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.
Do not confuse with Moses the Ethiopian of Scetis.