Virgin martyr
Virgin Martyr Irais
Virgin Martyr Irais (Rhais) of Antinoe in Egypt
New Calendar March 5 Old Calendar March 18
Why they are a saint
No information on the life of this saint is available at this time. Venerated as a virgin martyr who gave her life for Christ.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virgin Martyr Irais as a patron when they bear the name Virgin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on March 5. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virgin Martyr Irais, 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.