Saint
Nikephoros
Martyrs Nikephoros, Antoninus, and Germanus of Caesarea, in Palestine
New Calendar November 13 Old Calendar November 26
Why they are a saint
Saint Nikephoros (Nikēphóros), Antoninus, and Germanus were beheaded in Caesarea of Palestine during the reign of Maximian by the ruler Firmilian. The Orthodox Church commemorates Nikephoros on November 13.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nikephoros as a patron when they bear the name Nikephoros at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Nikephoros, 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.