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Martyr
Nikḗtas the Dacian
Martyr Nikḗtas the Dacian
New Calendar June 22 Old Calendar July 5
Why they are a saint
No information on the life of this saint is available at this time. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nikḗtas the Dacian as a patron when they bear the name Nikḗtas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 22. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Nikḗtas the Dacian, 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.