Saint · 305-311
Theodotus
Martyrs Theodotus, Asclepiodotus, and Maximus, of Adrianopolis
New Calendar September 15 Old Calendar September 28
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Theodotus suffered with Saints Maximus and Asklepiodote, at the beginning of the fourth century under the emperor Maximian Galerius (305-311). The Orthodox Church commemorates Theodotus on September 15.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodotus as a patron when they bear the name Theodotus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 15. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Theodotus, 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.