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Virgin martyr · 286 – 305
Virgin Martyr Manatho
Holy Virgin Martyr Manatho
New Calendar November 6 Old Calendar November 19
Why they are a saint
Saint Manathó (Μαναθῶ) suffered for Christ during the reign of Emperor Maximianus (286 – 305). The Orthodox Church commemorates Virgin Martyr Manatho on November 6.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virgin Martyr Manatho as a patron when they bear the name Virgin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 6. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virgin Martyr Manatho, 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.