Saint
Thais of Egypt
Venerable Thais of Egypt
New Calendar October 8 Old Calendar October 21
Why they are a saint
Saint Thais of Egypt, raised by her mother in a spirit far removed from Christian piety, led a depraved and dissolute life. The Orthodox Church commemorates Thais of Egypt on October 8.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Thais of Egypt as a patron when they bear the name Thais at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 8. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Thais of Egypt, 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.