Saint · 1527
Seraphim of Labodeia
Saint Seraphim of Labodeia
New Calendar May 6 Old Calendar May 19
Why they are a saint
Saint Seraphim, who struggled on Dobou mountain in Lebadeia in central Greece, was born in the village of Zeli in Boeotia in 1527, and his name in the world was Sotiris. The Orthodox Church commemorates Seraphim of Labodeia on May 6.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Seraphim of Labodeia as a patron when they bear the name Seraphim at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 6.
Prayer
O holy Seraphim of Labodeia, pray to God for us.
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