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Martyr · 3rd century
Porphyrios the Mime
Martyr Porphyrius the Mime
New Calendar September 15 Old Calendar September 28
Why they are a saint
Porphyrios the Mime was an actor/mime who mocked baptism on stage, was converted in the act, and was martyred. He is asked by actors in later lists. The years given for this life are 3rd century. The New Calendar feast is September 15; this memory is kept in the whole Orthodox Church.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Porphyrios the Mime as a patron when they bear the name Porphyrios at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 15. Those who share his calling as a actor also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Porphyrios the Mime, 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.
Do not confuse with Porphyrius of Gaza.