Saint · 1088-1093
Vsevold
New Calendar February 11 Old Calendar February 24
Why they are a saint
Holy Nobleborn Prince Vsevolod of Pskov, in Baptism Gabriel (Gavriil), a grandson of Vladimir Monomakh, was born at and spent almost all his life in Novgorod, where in the years 1088-1093 and 1095-1117 his father ruled as prince. The Orthodox Church commemorates Vsevold on February 11.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Vsevold as a patron when they bear the name Vsevold at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on February 11. Russian, Slavic Orthodox faithful also honor his as one of their own.
Prayer
O holy Vsevold, pray to God for us.
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