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Saint
Raphael of Banat
New Calendar August 29 Old Calendar September 11
Why they are a saint
Raphael of Banat is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on August 29. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; 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 Raphael of Banat as a patron when they bear the name Raphael at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 29. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Raphael of Banat, 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.