Saint · 292
Rhipsime and Gaianḗ of Armenia and those with them
Martyrs Rhipsime and Gaianḗ of Armenia and those with them
New Calendar September 30 Old Calendar October 13
Why they are a saint
Saint Ripsimia (Ριψιμία or Ριψίμη) suffered martyrdom in the year 292, during the reign of Diocletian (284-304). The Orthodox Church commemorates Rhipsime and Gaianḗ of Armenia and those with them on September 30.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Rhipsime and Gaianḗ of Armenia and those as a patron when they bear the name Rhipsime at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 30. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Rhipsime and Gaianḗ of Armenia and those with them, 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.