Martyr · 161-180
Stephanida of Damascus
Martyr Stephanida of Damascus
New Calendar November 11 Old Calendar November 24
Why they are a saint
Saint Stephanida witnessed the martyrdom at Damascus of the Holy Martyr Victor, a soldier, during the reign of the emperor Marcus Aurelius the Philosopher (161-180). The Orthodox Church commemorates Stephanida of Damascus on November 11.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Stephanida of Damascus as a patron when they bear the name Stephanida at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 11. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Stephanida of Damascus, 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.