New martyr · † 1918
Seraphim, bishop of Dmitrov
New Martyr Seraphim, bishop of Dmitrov († 1918)
New Calendar August 13 Old Calendar August 26
Why they are a saint
New Martyr Seraphim, bishop of Dmitrov († 1918) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on August 13. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Seraphim as a patron when they bear the name New at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Seraphim, bishop of Dmitrov, 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.