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Martyr · 1776
Oprea of Salistie in Romania
Martyr Oprea of Salistie in Romania
New Calendar October 21 Old Calendar November 3
Why they are a saint
Saint Oprea Nicholas of Salistie suffered martyrdom in Romania at the hands of Roman Catholics in 1776. The Orthodox Church commemorates Oprea of Salistie in Romania on October 21.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Oprea of Salistie in Romania as a patron when they bear the name Oprea at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 21. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Oprea of Salistie in Romania, 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.