Saint
Panaretus of Cyprus
Saint Panaretus of Cyprus
New Calendar May 1 Old Calendar May 14
Why they are a saint
Saint Panaretus of Cyprus is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 1. 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 Panaretus of Cyprus as a patron when they bear the name Panaretus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 1. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Panaretus of Cyprus, 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.