Saint
Theodora the Empress
Saint Theodora the Empress
New Calendar November 14 Old Calendar November 27
Why they are a saint
Saint Theodora was the wife of Saint Justinian the emperor, and lived during the sixth century. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodora the Empress on November 14.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodora the Empress as a patron when they bear the name Theodora at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 14. As a ruler, she is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Theodora the Empress, 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.