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Nikodemos the Sanctified of Tismana
Saint Nikodemos the Sanctified of Tismana, Romania
New Calendar December 26 Old Calendar January 8
Why they are a saint
Our most holy and venerable Father Νikodemos (Νικόdēmos) the Sanctified was from Prilep, in southern Serbia. The Orthodox Church commemorates Νikodemos the Sanctified of Tismana on December 26.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Nikodemos the Sanctified of Tismana as a patron when they bear the name Νikodemos at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 26. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Nikodemos the Sanctified of Tismana, 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.