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Saint · † 477
The 362 Martyrs
Holy 362 Martyrs: 62 Clergy and 300 Laymen, who suffered in Africa under the Arian Heretics († 477)
New Calendar December 8 Old Calendar December 21
Why they are a saint
Holy 362 Martyrs: 62 Clergy and 300 Laymen, who suffered in Africa under the Arian Heretics († 477) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on December 8. Venerated as martyrs who died for the faith in Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take The 362 Martyrs as a patron when they bear the name Martyrs at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy The 362 Martyrs, pray to God for us.
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