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Saint · 1420–1435
Nikon I
New Calendar September 12 Old Calendar September 25
Why they are a saint
Nikon I (1420–1435) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on September 12. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; 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 Nikon I as a patron when they bear the name Nikon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 12. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Nikon I, 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.