Saint
Silvanus the Schemamonk of the Kiev Far Caves
Venerable Silvanus the Schemamonk of the Kiev Far Caves
New Calendar July 10 Old Calendar July 23
Why they are a saint
The Holy Schemamonk Silvanus (Silouan) of the Kiev Caves, zealously preserved the purity of both soul and body, he subdued his flesh with fasting and vigils, and he cleansed his soul with prayer and meditation on God. The Orthodox Church commemorates Silvanus the Schemamonk of the Kiev Far Caves on July 10.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Silvanus the Schemamonk of the Kiev Far Caves as a patron when they bear the name Silvanus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 10. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Silvanus the Schemamonk of the Kiev Far Caves, 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.