Saint
Passion-Bearer Gleb
Passion-Bearer Gleb (in Baptism David)
New Calendar September 5 Old Calendar September 18
Why they are a saint
The Holy Prince Gleb, in Holy Baptism David, was one of the first Russian martyrs called “Passion-Bearers.” He suffered together with his brother Prince Boris (Roman in Holy Baptism). The Orthodox Church commemorates Passion-Bearer Gleb on September 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Passion-Bearer Gleb as a patron when they bear the name Passion-Bearer at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 5. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Passion-Bearer Gleb, 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.