Saint · c. 1459 – 15
Neagoe Basarab
New Calendar September 26 Old Calendar October 9
Why they are a saint
Neagoe Basarab (Romanian pronunciation: ['ne̯aɡo.e basaˈrab]; c. 1459 – 15 September 1521) was the Voivode (Prince) of Wallachia between 1512 and 1521.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Neagoe Basarab as a patron when they bear the name Neagoe at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 26. Romanian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Neagoe Basarab, pray to God for us.
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