Saint
Ven. Sabbatius of Solovetsk
New Calendar October 10 Old Calendar October 23
Why they are a saint
Ven. Sabbatius of Solovetsk is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on October 10. 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. Sabbatius of Solovetsk as a patron when they bear the name Ven. at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 10. Russian Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Ven. Sabbatius of Solovetsk, 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.