Saint · 2nd C
Theodore, his mother Philippa, Dioscorus
Holy Martyrs Theodore, his mother Philippa, Dioscorus, Socrates and Dionysius of Perge in Pamphylia (2nd C)
New Calendar April 21 Old Calendar May 4
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Theodore, his mother Philippia, Dioskoros, Sokrates and Dionysios suffered during the reign of the emperor Antoninus Pius (138-161) in Pamphylian Pergium. The Orthodox Church commemorates Martyrs on April 21.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodore as a patron when they bear the name Martyrs at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 21. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Theodore, his mother Philippa, Dioscorus, pray to God for us.
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