Saint · † 303
Theodotus of Ancyra and the Holy Seven Virgin-martyrs Alexandra, Tecusa, Claudia
Holy Martyr Theodotus of Ancyra and the Holy Seven Virgin-martyrs Alexandra, Tecusa, Claudia, Phaine, Euphrasia, Matrona, and Julia († 303)
New Calendar May 18 Old Calendar May 31
Why they are a saint
Holy Martyr Theodotus of Ancyra and the Holy Seven Virgin-martyrs Alexandra, Tecusa, Claudia, Phaine, Euphrasia, Matrona, and Julia († 303) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on May 18. Venerated as martyrs who died for the faith in Christ; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theodotus of Ancyra and the Holy Seven Virgin-martyrs Alexandra as a patron when they bear the name Martyr at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on May 18. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Theodotus of Ancyra and the Holy Seven Virgin-martyrs Alexandra, Tecusa, Claudia, pray to God for us.
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