Saint · 867-886
Theophanó the Wonderworker
Saint Theophanó the Wonderworker, wife of Emperor Leo the Wise
New Calendar December 16 Old Calendar December 29
Why they are a saint
She was born to noble parents in Constantinople. Beautiful and pious, she was chosen by the Emperor Basil (867-886) to be the bride of his son Leo VI the Wise. When Leo ascended the throne, the Empress showed no attraction to the honors and pleasures of the royal life, but devoted her days to prayer and almsgiving.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theophanó the Wonderworker as a patron when they bear the name Theophanó at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 16. As a ruler, he is also remembered by those who bear responsibility for others.
Prayer
O holy Theophanó the Wonderworker, 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.