Saint · 13th century
Theophilus the Recluse of the Kiev Near Caves
Venerable Theophilus the Recluse of the Kiev Near Caves
New Calendar October 24 Old Calendar November 6
Why they are a saint
Saint Theophilus (12th-13th century) was a hermit of the Near Caves in Kiev. The Orthodox Church commemorates Theophilus the Recluse of the Kiev Near Caves on October 24.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Theophilus the Recluse of the Kiev Near Caves as a patron when they bear the name Theophilus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 24. As a monastic, he is also asked for help in prayer, fasting, and repentance.
Prayer
O holy Theophilus the Recluse of the Kiev Near Caves, 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.