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Saint
Peter the Hermit of Galatia Near Antioch
Venerable Peter the Hermit of Galatia Near Antioch, in Syria
New Calendar February 1 Old Calendar February 14
Why they are a saint
Saint Peter of Galatia lived during the IV-V century, and came from the region of the Black Sea. The Orthodox Church commemorates Peter the Hermit of Galatia Near Antioch on February 1.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Peter the Hermit of Galatia Near Antioch as a patron when they bear the name Peter at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 1. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Peter the Hermit of Galatia Near Antioch, 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.