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Saint
Persian Martyrs in Martyropolis in Mesopotamia
New Calendar February 16 Old Calendar February 29
Why they are a saint
Persian Martyrs in Martyropolis in Mesopotamia are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 16. 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 Persian Martyrs in Martyropolis in Mesopotamia as a patron when they bear the name Persian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Persian Martyrs in Martyropolis in Mesopotamia, 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.