Martyr · 457
Razhden the Protomartyr
New Calendar August 2 Old Calendar August 15
Why they are a saint
Razhden the Protomartyr (457) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on August 2. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; 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 Razhden the Protomartyr as a patron when they bear the name Razhden at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 2. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Razhden the Protomartyr, 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.