Saint
Seven Holy Youths of Ephesus
Holy Seven Youths of Ephesus (Seven Sleepers): Maximilian, Jamblichus, Martinian, John, Dionysius, Exacustodianus (Constantine) and Antoninus († c. 250 and 408-450)
New Calendar August 4 Old Calendar August 17
Why they are a saint
The Seven Youths of Ephesus: Maximilian, Iamblichus, Martinian, John, Dionysius, Eksacustodianus (Constantine) and Antoninus, lived in the third century. The Orthodox Church commemorates Seven Holy Youths of Ephesus on August 4.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Seven Holy Youths of Ephesus as a patron when they bear the name Seven at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 4. Greek Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Seven Holy Youths of Ephesus, pray to God for us.
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