Martyr
Terence and 40 others beheaded at Carthage
Martyr Terence and 40 others beheaded at Carthage
New Calendar April 10 Old Calendar April 23
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Terence and his companions suffered under the emperor Decius (249-251). The Orthodox Church commemorates Terence and 40 others beheaded at Carthage on April 10.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Terence and 40 others beheaded at Carthage as a patron when they bear the name Terence at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 10. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Terence and 40 others beheaded at Carthage, 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.