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New Martyrs Triantaphillus of Zagoras and Anastasius of Thessolonica
Holy New Martyrs Triantaphillus of Zagoras and Anastasius of Thessolonica
New Calendar August 8 Old Calendar August 21
Why they are a saint
The Martyrs Eleutherius, Leonides, along with many infants, were cast into a fire at a youthful age during one of the persecutions against Christians. The Orthodox Church commemorates New Martyrs Triantaphillus of Zagoras and Anastasius of Thessolonica on August 8.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take New Martyrs Triantaphillus of Zagoras and Anastasius of Thessolonica as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy New Martyrs Triantaphillus of Zagoras and Anastasius of Thessolonica, 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.