Martyr
Severian of Sebaste
Martyr Severian of Sebaste († 320)
New Calendar September 9 Old Calendar September 22
Why they are a saint
He was a prominent citizen of Sebaste during the reign of Licinius. When the Forty Martyrs of Sebaste (March 9) were in prison, he encouraged and comforted them. For this, and for his Christian example which had converted many pagans in the region, the Provincial Governor Lysias ordered his arrest. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Severian of Sebaste as a patron when they bear the name Severian at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 9. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Severian of Sebaste, 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.