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Saint
Psoi of Egypt
Venerable Psoi of Egypt
New Calendar August 9 Old Calendar August 22
Why they are a saint
Saint Psoi was the disciple of Saint Pachomios the Great (May 15), and lived during the IV century in the desert of Skḗtis (Σκήτις), also known as Wadi El-Natroun. The Orthodox Church commemorates Psoi of Egypt on August 9.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Psoi of Egypt as a patron when they bear the name Psoi at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 9. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Psoi of Egypt, pray to God for us.
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