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Saint · † 1642
The second
The second finding (1992) of relics of Righteous Simeon of Verkhoturye († 1642)
New Calendar May 12 Old Calendar May 25
Why they are a saint
The second finding (1992) of relics of Righteous Simeon of Verkhoturye († 1642) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 12. Venerated as righteous, one who pleased God by a holy life in the world; 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 The second as a patron when they bear the name The at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 12.
Prayer
O holy The second, 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.