Martyr
Thalleleus
The Holy Martyr Thalleleus
New Calendar May 20 Old Calendar June 2
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Thalleleus is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 20. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Thalleleus as a patron when they bear the name Thalleleus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 20. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Thalleleus, 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.