Saint · 395-408
Right-Believing Pulcheria
Right-Believing Pulcheria, Byzantine Empress
New Calendar September 10 Old Calendar September 23
Why they are a saint
The Holy Right-Believing Empress Pulcheria, daughter of the Byzantine emperor Arcadius (395-408), was coregent and adviser of her brother Theodosius the Younger (408-450). The Orthodox Church commemorates Right-Believing Pulcheria on September 10.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Right-Believing Pulcheria as a patron when they bear the name Right-Believing at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 10. As a ruler, she is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Right-Believing Pulcheria, pray to God for us.
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