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Virgin martyr
Virgin Martyr Mastridia of Alexandria
New Calendar November 24 Old Calendar December 7
Why they are a saint
Virgin Martyr Mastridia of Alexandria is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on November 24. Venerated as a virgin martyr who gave her life for Christ; little else about her life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virgin Martyr Mastridia of Alexandria as a patron when they bear the name Virgin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on November 24. As a martyr, she is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virgin Martyr Mastridia of Alexandria, 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.