Martyr
Plato the Great Martyr of Ancyra
New Calendar November 18 Old Calendar December 1
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Platon, brother of the holy Martyr Antiochus the Physician (July 16), was born at the city of Ancyra in Galatia. The Orthodox Church commemorates Plato the Great Martyr of Ancyra on November 18.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Plato the Great Martyr of Ancyra as a patron when they bear the name Plato at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 18. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Plato the Great Martyr of Ancyra, 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.