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Hierarch
Tryphon of Rostov
Saint Tryphon, Bishop of Rostov
New Calendar February 1 Old Calendar February 14
Why they are a saint
The calendar names Tryphon of Rostov as Bishop of Rostov. Holy hierarchs are venerated because they guarded the faith and shepherded a local church. His name is kept on the calendar with the other holy hierarchs. The New Calendar feast is February 1.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Tryphon of Rostov as a patron when they bear the name Tryphon at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 1. As a bishop, he is also remembered by clergy and those who serve the Church.
Prayer
O holy Tryphon of Rostov, 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.