George the Chozebite

Saint George the Chozebite was born on the island of Cyprus towards the end of the sixth century. He is commemorated April 4.

Biography

Saint George the Chozebite was born on the island of Cyprus toward the end of the sixth century. After the death of his parents, he went to Palestine to worship at the holy places. Here he entered into the monastic community of Chozeba between the River Jordan and Jerusalem, and he later became head of this monastery. St George presented the monks example in fasting, vigil and physical efforts. Having lived as an angel upon the earth, he died in peace.

Hymns

Apolytikion

in the Plagal of the First Tone

Thou didst prove to be a citizen of the desert, an angel in the flesh, and a wonderworker, O George, our God-bearing Father. By fasting, vigil, and prayer thou didst obtain heavenly gifts, and thou healest the sick and the souls of them that have recourse to thee with faith. Glory to Him that hath given thee strength. Glory to Him that hath crowned thee. Glory to Him that worketh healings for all through thee.

Troparion - Tone 5

God-bearing Father George,you cultivated the word of grace and gathered the splendid fruits of righteousness,having chosen the way of godliness.Therefore, you partook of the glory of Christ;intercede with Him unceasinglythat He may have mercy on our souls.

Kontakion - Tone 4

Podoben: "Today You have shown forth..."You have appeared as a brilliant lightand have illumined with divine rays those who cry to you, O George.Pray for us to Christ the Master,Who appeared in the watersto illumine those born on earth.

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