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Saint · 1614–1647
Paisius of Janjevo
New Calendar October 15 Old Calendar October 28
Why they are a saint
Paisius of Janjevo (1614–1647) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on October 15. 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 Paisius of Janjevo as a patron when they bear the name Paisius at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 15. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Paisius of Janjevo, 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.