Martyr · 250
Myron the Presbyter of Cyzicus
Martyr Myron the Presbyter of Cyzicus († 250)
New Calendar August 17 Old Calendar August 30
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Myron was a presbyter in Achæia (Greece), and lived during the III Century. The Orthodox Church commemorates Myron the Presbyter of Cyzicus on August 17.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Myron the Presbyter of Cyzicus as a patron when they bear the name Myron at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 17. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Myron the Presbyter of Cyzicus, 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.