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Hieromartyr
Peter of Dabro-Bosnia
Hieromartyr Peter, Metropolitan of Dabro-Bosnia
New Calendar September 4 Old Calendar September 17
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Peter of Dabro-Bosnia as Metropolitan of Dabro-Bosnia. A hieromartyr is honored for dying for Christ while serving as a pastor or, in some commemorations, as a named witness of that rank. He is venerated because he would not deny the faith, even at the cost of his life.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Peter of Dabro-Bosnia as a patron when they bear the name Peter at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Peter of Dabro-Bosnia, 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.