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Saint · 1309–1316
Sava III
New Calendar August 8 Old Calendar August 21
Why they are a saint
Saint Sava III was the Serbian Archbishop from 1309 to 1316. Upon completing his studies, he began as a hegumen in Hilandar, then became the Bishop of Prizren. During his office as bishop, he worked on the Our Lady of Ljeviš church in Prizren.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Sava III as a patron when they bear the name Sava at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 8. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Sava III, pray to God for us.
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