Saint · 284-305
Trophimus and Thalus of Laodicea
Hieromartyrs Trophimus and Thallus, Priests of Laodicea († c. 300)
New Calendar March 16 Old Calendar March 29
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyrs Trophimus and Thallus, brothers and presbyters of Syria, served in Carian Laodicea. The Orthodox Church commemorates Trophimus and Thalus of Laodicea on March 16.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Trophimus and Thalus of Laodicea as a patron when they bear the name Trophimus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 16. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Trophimus and Thalus of Laodicea, 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.