Hierarch · 246
Repose of Saint Cyprian
Repose of Saint Cyprian, Metropolitan of Moscow and All Russia
New Calendar September 16 Old Calendar September 29
Why they are a saint
He was born to wealthy and noble parents in Carthage (north Africa), and became a prominent lawyer in that city. The Orthodox Church commemorates Repose of Saint Cyprian on September 16.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Repose of Saint Cyprian as a patron when they bear the name Repose at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 16. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Repose of Saint Cyprian, 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.