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Virgin Martyr Dorothy at Caesarea
Virgin-martyrs Dorothy and two sisters - Christina and Callista - and the Martyr Theophilus at Cæsarea in Cappadocia († c. 288-300)
New Calendar February 6 Old Calendar February 19
Why they are a saint
The Holy Martyr Dorothy, the Martyrs Christina, Callista and the Martyr Theophilus lived in Caesarea of Cappadocia and suffered under the emperor Diocletian in either the year 288 or 300. The Orthodox Church commemorates Virgin Martyr Dorothy at Caesarea on February 6.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virgin Martyr Dorothy at Caesarea as a patron when they bear the name Virgin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 6. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virgin Martyr Dorothy at Caesarea, 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.