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Martyr · 138 – 161
Theodore and those with him
Martyr Theodore and those with him
New Calendar April 19 Old Calendar May 2
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Theodore was from Pérgē of Pamphylia and was executed by Emperor Antoninus Pius (138 – 161). The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodore and those with him on April 19.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodore and those as a patron when they bear the name Theodore at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 19. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Theodore and those with him, 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.