Martyr · 408-410
Royal Martyr Mirdat
Royal Martyr Mirdat, King of Kartli
New Calendar July 8 Old Calendar July 21
Why they are a saint
King Mirdat (408-410), the son of Varaz-Bakur, was the first martyred king of Georgia. He was raised by his maternal grandfather, King Trdat. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Royal Martyr Mirdat as a patron when they bear the name Royal at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Royal Martyr Mirdat, 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.