Saint · † 304
Virginmartyr Lucy
Virginmartyr Lucy of Syracuse († 304)
New Calendar December 13 Old Calendar December 26
Why they are a saint
Virginmartyr Lucy of Syracuse († 304) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on December 13. He is honored as a saint for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about his life has come down to us.
Limited historical information is available about this saint.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virginmartyr Lucy as a patron when they bear the name Virginmartyr at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on December 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virginmartyr Lucy, 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.