Martyr
Polydorus of Cyprus
Martyr Polydorus of Cyprus
New Calendar September 3 Old Calendar September 16
Why they are a saint
Martyr Polydorus of Cyprus is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on September 3. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Polydorus of Cyprus as a patron when they bear the name Polydorus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 3. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Polydorus of Cyprus, 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.