Saint · 1748
Repose of Venerable Nikodemos the Hagiorite
New Calendar July 14 Old Calendar July 27
Why they are a saint
Saint Nikodemos (Νikόdēmos) of the Holy Mountain was born on the Greek island of Naxos in the year 1748, and was named Nicholas in Holy Baptism. The Orthodox Church commemorates Repose of Venerable Nikodemos the Hagiorite on July 14.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Repose of Venerable Nikodemos the Hagiorite as a patron when they bear the name Repose at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 14. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Repose of Venerable Nikodemos the Hagiorite, 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.