Patapius of Thebes

Our father among the saints Patapius of Thebes was born in Thebes of Egypt and lived in the desert sometime during the 4th century. The church commemorates his memory December 8.

Hymns and Troparia

Troparion - Tone 8

The image of God was truly preserved in you, O Father, for you took up the Cross and followed Christ. By so doing you taught us to disregard the flesh for it passes awaybut to care instead for the soul, since it is immortal. Therefore your spirit, venerable Patápius, rejoices with the angels.

Kontakion - Tone 3

Your temple is found to be a source of healing, and the people flock to it eagerly, O saint. They seek the healing of their diseases and the forgiveness of their sins, for you are a protector for all those in need, venerable Patápius.

See also

• The relics of St. Patapius are kept at the Monastery of St. Patapis in Loutraki, Greece.