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Fool-for-Christ · 1392
Nicholas Kochanov the Fool-For-Christ at Novgorod
Blessed Nicholas Konchanov the Fool-for-Christ of Novgorod († 1392)
New Calendar July 27 Old Calendar August 9
Why they are a saint
Blessed Nicholas Kochanov, Novgorod Fool-for-Christ (+ 1392), was born at Novgorod into a rich and illustrious family. The Orthodox Church commemorates Nicholas Kochanov the Fool-For-Christ at Novgorod on July 27.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nicholas Kochanov the Fool-For-Christ at Novgorod as a patron when they bear the name Nicholas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 27. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Nicholas Kochanov the Fool-For-Christ at Novgorod, 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.