Martyr
Zlata of Meglena
New Martyr Zlata of Meglena, Bulgaria
New Calendar October 13 Old Calendar October 26
Why they are a saint
The Holy Virgin Martyr Zlata (Chrysḗ), that “golden vessel of virginity, and undefiled bride of Christ,” was born in the village of Slatena, in the Meglena diocese, on the border of Bulgaria and Serbia, when Bulgaria was under the Turkish Yoke. The Orthodox Church commemorates Zlata of Meglena on October 13.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Zlata of Meglena as a patron when they bear the name Zlata at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on October 13. As a martyr, he is also asked for courage and faithfulness under trial.
Prayer
O holy Zlata of Meglena, 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.