Martyr
Savva the Goth of Wallachia
Martyr Savva the Goth of Wallachia
New Calendar April 15 Old Calendar April 28
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Savva, a Goth, lived during the fourth century. At this time the Arian bishop Wulfilas preached Christianity among the Goths, and Saint Savva was among those who were baptized. Saint Savva led a virtuous life, devout, peaceful, temperate, simple, and quiet. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Savva the Goth of Wallachia as a patron when they bear the name Savva at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 15. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Savva the Goth of Wallachia, 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.