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Saint
Pamphilus and Capiton
Martyrs Pamphilus and Capiton
New Calendar August 12 Old Calendar August 25
Why they are a saint
The Martyrs Pamphilus and Capiton were beheaded by the sword in the area of Oliurea near Constantinople. The Orthodox Church commemorates Pamphilus and Capiton on August 12.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Pamphilus and Capiton as a patron when they bear the name Pamphilus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 12. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Pamphilus and Capiton, 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.