Saint
Symeon the Myrrhbearer of Serbia
New Calendar February 13 Old Calendar February 26
Why they are a saint
Symeon the Myrrhbearer of Serbia is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 13. She is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about her life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Symeon the Myrrhbearer of Serbia as a patron when they bear the name Symeon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 13. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor her as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Symeon the Myrrhbearer of Serbia, 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.