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Fool-for-Christ
Theodore of Novgorod the Fool-For-Christ
Righteous Theodore, Fool-for-Christ, of Novgorod († 1392)
New Calendar January 19 Old Calendar February 1
Why they are a saint
Blessed Feodor of Novgorod was the son of pious parents, rich and noted citizens of Novgorod. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodore of Novgorod the Fool-For-Christ on January 19.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodore of Novgorod the Fool-For-Christ as a patron when they bear the name Theodore at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 19. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Theodore of Novgorod the Fool-For-Christ, 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.