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Saint · 1695
Nikḗtas of the Roslavl Forests
Saint Nikḗtas of the Roslavl Forests
New Calendar March 29 Old Calendar April 11
Why they are a saint
The holy Schema-monk Nikḗtas was born in the city of Orel in 1695. From childhood, he loved to go on pilgrimages to the holy places. As a youth, he left his parents and lived about a mile or so from the White Bluff (Beloberezhsk) Hermitage.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nikḗtas of the Roslavl Forests as a patron when they bear the name Nikḗtas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 29.
Prayer
O holy Nikḗtas of the Roslavl Forests, pray to God for us.
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