Prophet · ca. 972 - 932 B.C
Solomon
Prophet Solomon
New Calendar December 15 Old Calendar December 28
Why they are a saint
Prophet Solomon (ca. 972 - 932 B.C) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on December 15. Venerated as a prophet of God; 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 Solomon as a patron when they bear the name Solomon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 15. As a prophet, he is also honored by those who seek to hear and keep God's word.
Prayer
O holy Solomon, 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.