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Saint
The Burning of Saint Sava's relics
New Calendar April 27 Old Calendar May 10
Why they are a saint
After his death in Trnovo, Bulgaria on January 14, 1235 Saint Savva was buried in the Cathedral of the Forty Martyrs. The Orthodox Church commemorates The Burning of Saint Sava's relics on April 27.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take The Burning of Saint Sava's relics as a patron when they bear the name The at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 27. Serbian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy The Burning of Saint Sava's relics, pray to God for us.
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