Saint · 308
Virgin Martyrs Ennatha
Virgin-martyrs Ennatha and Valentina and Martyr Paul of Palestine († 308)
New Calendar February 10 Old Calendar February 23
Why they are a saint
The Holy Virgin Martyrs Ennatha, Valentina and Paula suffered in the year 308 under the emperor Maximian II Galerius (305-311). The Orthodox Church commemorates Virgin Martyrs Ennatha on February 10.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virgin Martyrs Ennatha as a patron when they bear the name Virgin at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 10. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virgin Martyrs Ennatha, 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.