Hierarch
Simeon of Polotsk and Tver
Saint Simeon, Bishop of Polotsk and Tver
New Calendar February 3 Old Calendar February 16
Why they are a saint
As Bishop of Polotsk and Tver, Simeon of Polotsk and Tver is numbered with the saints of the Church. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. The Church numbers him among its holy bishops. The New Calendar feast is February 3.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Simeon of Polotsk and Tver as a patron when they bear the name Simeon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 3. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Simeon of Polotsk and Tver, 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.