New martyr
Theodore the New Martyr of Byzantium
New Calendar February 17 Old Calendar March 1
Why they are a saint
Theodore the New Martyr of Byzantium is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on February 17. Venerated as a new martyr, one who gave his life for Christ in more recent centuries; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodore the New Martyr of Byzantium as a patron when they bear the name Theodore at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 17. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Theodore the New Martyr of Byzantium, 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.