Martyr · 370
Paramon and 370 Martyrs in Bithynia
Martyr Paramon and 370 Martyrs in Bithynia († 250)
New Calendar November 29 Old Calendar December 12
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Paramon and the 370 Martyrs with him suffered for their faith in Christ in the year 250 during the rule of the emperor Decius (249-251). The Orthodox Church commemorates Paramon and 370 Martyrs in Bithynia on November 29.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Paramon and 370 Martyrs in Bithynia as a patron when they bear the name Paramon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 29. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Paramon and 370 Martyrs in Bithynia, 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.