Saint · 5th C
Womanmartyr Thomais
Womanmartyr Thomais of Alexandria (5th C)
New Calendar April 13 Old Calendar April 26
Why they are a saint
Womanmartyr Thomais of Alexandria (5th C) is commemorated by the Orthodox Church on April 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 Womanmartyr Thomais as a patron when they bear the name Womanmartyr at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on April 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Womanmartyr Thomais, 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.