Saint
Simeon of Dajbabe
New Calendar April 1 Old Calendar April 14
Why they are a saint
Simeon of Dajbabe is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 1. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; 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 Simeon of Dajbabe as a patron when they bear the name Simeon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 1. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Simeon of Dajbabe, 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.