Fool-for-Christ
Simeon of Emessa the Fool-For-Christ
Venerable Simeon of Emessa, Fool-for-Christ, and his fellow-ascetic, Venerable John († c. 590)
New Calendar July 21 Old Calendar August 3
Why they are a saint
The Monks Simeon, Fool-for-Christ, and his Fellow-Ascetic John were Syrians, and they lived in the VI Century at the city of Edessa. The Orthodox Church commemorates Simeon of Emessa the Fool-For-Christ on July 21.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Simeon of Emessa the Fool-For-Christ as a patron when they bear the name Simeon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on July 21. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Simeon of Emessa the Fool-For-Christ, 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.