Martyr
Suchias and his Soldiers in Georgia
Martyr Suchias and his Soldiers in Georgia
New Calendar April 15 Old Calendar April 28
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Suchias and his 16 Georgian Companions were illustrious dignitaries who served at the court of the Albanian (Hagbanite) ruler (i.e. The Orthodox Church commemorates Suchias and his Soldiers in Georgia on April 15.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Suchias as a patron when they bear the name Suchias at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 15. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Suchias and his Soldiers in Georgia, 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.