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Martyr
Onesimus of Isauria
Martyr Onesimus of Isauria (1st C)
New Calendar March 5 Old Calendar March 18
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Onesimus (Onisius) lived in Palestine. He was beheaded with the sword for confessing faith in Christ. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Onesimus of Isauria as a patron when they bear the name Onesimus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 5. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Onesimus of Isauria, 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.