Saint · † 453
Pulcheria
Holy Greek Empress Pulcheria († 453)
New Calendar September 10 Old Calendar September 23
Why they are a saint
Holy Greek Empress Pulcheria († 453) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on September 10. She is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about her life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Pulcheria as a patron when they bear the name Pulcheria at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 10. As a ruler, she is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Pulcheria, 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.