Martyr · 1680
Triandaphyllus of Stara Zagora
New Martyr Triandaphyllus of Stara Zagora
New Calendar August 8 Old Calendar August 21
Why they are a saint
The New Martyr Triandaphyllus, a native of Zagora, Magnesia (in Thessaly), was beheaded by the Turks at Constantinople in the year 1680 for his refusal to reject Christ and accept Islam. The Orthodox Church commemorates Triandaphyllus of Stara Zagora on August 8.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Triandaphyllus of Stara Zagora as a patron when they bear the name Triandaphyllus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on August 8. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Triandaphyllus of Stara Zagora, 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.