Saint · † 303
Procopius of Cæsarea in Palestine and those with him
Holy Great Martyr Procopius of Cæsarea in Palestine and those with him († 303)
New Calendar July 8 Old Calendar July 21
Why they are a saint
The Holy Great Martyr Procopius, in the world Neanius, a native of Jerusalem, lived and suffered during the reign of the emperor Diocletian (284-305). The Orthodox Church commemorates Great Martyr on July 8.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Procopius of Cæsarea in Palestine and those as a patron when they bear the name Great at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Procopius of Cæsarea in Palestine and those with him, 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.