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Martyr · 305-311
Urpasianus of Nicomedia
Martyr Urpasianus of Nicomedia († c.295)
New Calendar March 9 Old Calendar March 22
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Urpasianus suffered in the city of Nicomedia. The emperor Maximian Gallerius (305-311) cruelly persecuted Christians serving in his army and at his court. Some of the timid of soul began to waver and worship the pagan gods, but the strong held out until the very end. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Urpasianus of Nicomedia as a patron when they bear the name Urpasianus at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 9. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Urpasianus of Nicomedia, 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.