Saint
Saints Xanthippi and Polyxeni of Spain
New Calendar September 23 Old Calendar October 6
Why they are a saint
The righteous women Xanthippi (Xanthίppē) and Polyxeni (Polyxénē) were sisters by birth and lived in Spain at the time of the Holy Apostles. The Orthodox Church commemorates Saints Xanthippi and Polyxeni of Spain on September 23.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Saints Xanthippi and Polyxeni of Spain as a patron when they bear the name Saints at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 23.
Prayer
O holy Saints Xanthippi and Polyxeni of Spain, pray to God for us.
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