Saint · 846
Rostislav
Saint Rostislav, Prince of Great Moravia
New Calendar May 11 Old Calendar May 24
Why they are a saint
Saint Rostislav (Rastislav) the Prince of Great Moravia, and Equal of the Apostles, became Prince in 846, following the death of his uncle Mojmir I. The Orthodox Church commemorates Rostislav on May 11.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Rostislav as a patron when they bear the name Rostislav at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 11. As a ruler, he is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Rostislav, 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.