Martyr · 284-305
Sabine the Martyr of Egypt
New Calendar March 16 Old Calendar March 29
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Sabinus was administrator of the Egyptian city of Hermopolis. During a persecution of Christians under the emperor Diocletian (284-305), Saint Sabinus and some like-minded companions hid in a remote village. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sabine the Martyr of Egypt as a patron when they bear the name Sabine at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Sabine the Martyr of Egypt, 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.