Venerable Cassian the Greek of Uglich

Today we commemorate Saint Cassian's patron Saint: the Holy Emperor Constantine the Great, Equal-of-the-Apostles, who received the name Constantine at his Baptism. When Saint Cassian became a monk, he was tonsured with the new name Cassian, in honor of Saint John Cassian (February 28), (February 29 in Leap Years). Sometimes, though not very often, a prominent Saint's own patron Saint is listed on the Church Calendar. Perhaps this is because someone like Venerable Cassian of Uglich (Úglich) was so profoundly influenced by the virtues of his patron Saint, that he tried to acquire those virtues as well. Orthodox Christians are urged to celebrate their Name Day by attending church on that day, and, if possible, to receive the Holy and Life-giving Mysteries. Moreover, they should be familiar with the Life of their Saint so that they too may acquire the virtues of their heavenly intercessor. I...

Источник: https://www.oca.org/saints/all-lives/2026/05/21

Название источника: OCA Lives of the Saints

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