Martyr · 361-363
Theodore of Antioch
Martyr Theodore of Antioch (4th C)
New Calendar November 23 Old Calendar December 6
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Theodore of Antioch, a fifteen-year-old youth, was condemned to fierce torments by the emperor Julian the Apostate (361-363). The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodore of Antioch on November 23.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodore of Antioch as a patron when they bear the name Theodore at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 23. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Theodore of Antioch, 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.