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Saint · † 1867
Philaret, Metropolitan of Moscow and Kolomna
Holy Hierarch Philaret, Metropolitan of Moscow and Kolomna († 1867)
New Calendar November 19 Old Calendar December 2
Why they are a saint
Holy Hierarch Philaret, Metropolitan of Moscow and Kolomna († 1867) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 19. Venerated as hierarchs who shepherded the Church in holiness; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Philaret as a patron when they bear the name Hierarch at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 19. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Philaret, Metropolitan of Moscow and Kolomna, pray to God for us.
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