Martyr
Salome the Georgian
Martyr Salome the Georgian
New Calendar July 20 Old Calendar August 2
Why they are a saint
Very little information has come down to us about the holy martyr Salome of Jerusalem and Kartli, who lived in the XIII century at a women’s monastery in Jerusalem. The Orthodox Church commemorates Salome the Georgian on July 20.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Salome the Georgian as a patron when they bear the name Salome at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 20. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Salome the Georgian, 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.