Martyr
Tathuil
Martyr Tathuil, and his sister, Bebaia
New Calendar September 5 Old Calendar September 18
Why they are a saint
The Martyrs Tathuil (Thiphael) and his sister Bebaia (or Thivea) suffered for their bold and effective preaching of Christianity among the pagans. The Orthodox Church commemorates Tathuil on September 5.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Tathuil as a patron when they bear the name Tathuil at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 5. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Tathuil, 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.