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Nikitas the New Martyr of Nisyros
New Calendar June 21 Old Calendar July 4
Why they are a saint
Nikitas the New Martyr of Nisyros is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on June 21. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nikitas the New Martyr of Nisyros as a patron when they bear the name Nikitas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 21. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Nikitas the New Martyr of Nisyros, 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.