The Monk Martyrii, Deacon of Pechersk, in the Farther Caves

Commemorated on October 25

      The Monk Martyrii, Deacon of Pechersk, in the Farther Caves (XIII-XIV): His holy name is remembered in the 7th ode of the Canon to the Monks of the Farther Caves. Here are glorified his love of toil, justness and ardent purity, and even the gift of expelling demons and healing infirmities. His memory is noted also on 28 August and on the 2nd Sunday of Great Lent.

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