Saint · † 341-343
Virginmartyr Pherbutha
Virginmartyr Pherbutha (Phermoutha) of Persia, with her sister and servant († 341-343)
New Calendar April 4 Old Calendar April 17
Why they are a saint
Virginmartyr Pherbutha (Phermoutha) of Persia, with her sister and servant († 341-343) are commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 4. They are for a life of holiness recognized by the Church; little else about their lives has come down to us.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Virginmartyr Pherbutha as a patron when they bear the name Virginmartyr at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 4. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Virginmartyr Pherbutha, 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.