Martyr
Vavylas the Holy Martyr
New Calendar January 24 Old Calendar February 6
Why they are a saint
Vavylas the Holy Martyr is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on January 24. Venerated as a martyr who died for the faith in Christ; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Vavylas the Holy Martyr as a patron when they bear the name Vavylas at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on January 24. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Vavylas the Holy Martyr, 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.