Virgin martyr
Theodosia the Virgin-Martyr of Tyre
New Calendar May 29 Old Calendar June 11
Why they are a saint
Theodosia the Virgin-Martyr of Tyre is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 29. Venerated as a virgin martyr who gave her life for Christ; little else about her life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodosia the Virgin-Martyr of Tyre as a patron when they bear the name Theodosia at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 29. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Theodosia the Virgin-Martyr of Tyre, 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.