Saint
Stephen of Hungary
Stephen, First King of Hungary
New Calendar August 20 Old Calendar September 2
Why they are a saint
Stephen, First King of Hungary is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on August 20. Venerated as a right-believing ruler, honored for a holy life lived in a position of power; 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 Stephen of Hungary as a patron when they bear the name Stephen at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 20. As a ruler, he is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Stephen of Hungary, 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.