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Martyr
Peter of Kazan
Martyr Peter of Kazan
New Calendar March 24 Old Calendar April 6
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Peter of Kazan was a newly-baptized Tatar who suffered because he converted to Christianity from Islam. The Orthodox Church commemorates Peter of Kazan on March 24.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Peter of Kazan as a patron when they bear the name Peter at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 24. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Peter of Kazan, 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.