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Ripsimia and Gaiania and 35 Holy Virgins and 70 men martyred with them in Armenia
Martyrs Ripsimia and Gaiania and 35 Holy Virgins and 70 men martyred with them in Armenia (4th C)
New Calendar September 30 Old Calendar October 13
Why they are a saint
Martyrs Ripsimia and Gaiania and 35 Holy Virgins and 70 men martyred with them in Armenia (4th C) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on September 30. Venerated as martyrs who died for the faith in Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Ripsimia and Gaiania and 35 Holy Virgins and 70 men martyred as a patron when they bear the name Martyrs 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 Ripsimia and Gaiania and 35 Holy Virgins and 70 men martyred with them in Armenia, pray to God for us.
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