New martyr
New Martyrs Isaac and Joseph of Georgia
New Calendar September 16 Old Calendar September 29
Why they are a saint
The holy martyrs Isaac and Joseph the Georgians were born into a Muslim family, but their Georgian mother, a Christian, secretly raised them according to the Christian tradition. The Orthodox Church commemorates New Martyrs Isaac and Joseph of Georgia on September 16.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take New Martyrs Isaac and Joseph of Georgia as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy New Martyrs Isaac and Joseph of Georgia, 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.