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Saint
Ven. Nikon of Radonezh
New Calendar November 30 Old Calendar December 13
Why they are a saint
Ven. Nikon of Radonezh is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 30. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; 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 Ven. Nikon of Radonezh as a patron when they bear the name Ven. at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 30. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Ven. Nikon of Radonezh, 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.