Great martyr · 3rd century
Paraskevi of Iconium
Greatmartyr Paraskevi of Iconium
New Calendar October 28 Old Calendar November 10
Why they are a saint
Paraskevi of Iconium is known as Great martyr of Iconium. She is in Slavic Friday devotion associated with trade, markets, and eyesight. The years given for this life are 3rd century. The faithful remember a life offered publicly for the Gospel.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Traditionally asked to pray for eyesight, trade / markets (Slavic Friday tradition). The reason for this custom is not recorded here.
Prayer
O holy Paraskevi of Iconium, 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.
Do not confuse with Paraskevi of Rome; Petka of Serbia.