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Saint
Repose of the Blessed Maximus of Moscow
Repose of Saint Stefan Dechani of Serbia († c. 1336)
New Calendar November 11 Old Calendar November 24
Why they are a saint
He became famous by his piety, love for building temples to God (he constructed the Dechani monastery) and compassion for the poor. The Orthodox Church commemorates Repose of the Blessed Maximus of Moscow on November 11.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Repose of the Blessed Maximus of Moscow as a patron when they bear the name Repose at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 11. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Repose of the Blessed Maximus of Moscow, pray to God for us.
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