Saint
Paul
Martyrs Paul, Pausirius, and Theodotian
New Calendar January 24 Old Calendar February 6
Why they are a saint
Martyrs Paul, Pausirius, and Theodotian are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on January 24. Venerated as martyrs who died for the faith in Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Paul as a patron when they bear the name Paul at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 24. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Paul, 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.