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New Martyrs Demetrius and Paul of Tripoli
Holy New Martyrs Demetrius and Paul of Tripoli
New Calendar May 22 Old Calendar June 4
Why they are a saint
Holy New Martyrs Demetrius and Paul of Tripoli are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 22. Venerated as new martyrs who gave their life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take New Martyrs Demetrius and Paul of Tripoli as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 22. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy New Martyrs Demetrius and Paul of Tripoli, 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.