Martyr · 284
Zenais the Martyr
New Calendar June 7 Old Calendar June 20
Why they are a saint
There is very little information about Saint Zēnaίda, except that she was born in 284, in Caesarea of Palestine, and that she was found worthy of the charism of working miracles. The Orthodox Church commemorates Zenais the Martyr on June 7.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Zenais the Martyr as a patron when they bear the name Zenais at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on June 7. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Zenais the Martyr, 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.