Saint
Snandulia of Persia
Venerable Snandulia (Yazdundokta) of Persia
New Calendar November 3 Old Calendar November 16
Why they are a saint
Saint Snandulia of Persia is mentioned in the account of the martyrdom of Saints Joseph the priest and Aethalas the deacon. The Orthodox Church commemorates Snandulia of Persia on November 3.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Snandulia of Persia as a patron when they bear the name Snandulia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 3. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Snandulia of Persia, 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.