Hierarch
Nazarius of Kutaisi-Gaenati
New Martyr Nazarius, Metropolitan of Kutaisi-Gaenati, and his companions, of Georgia
New Calendar August 14 Old Calendar August 27
Why they are a saint
Nazarius of Kutaisi-Gaenati, Metropolitan of Kutaisi-Gaenati, is kept among the saints. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nazarius of Kutaisi-Gaenati as a patron when they bear the name Nazarius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 14. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Nazarius of Kutaisi-Gaenati, 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.