In the Orthodox tradition, name days are the day of remembrance of a saint whose name was given to the person being baptized during the holy church sacrament of entry into the Church. In this case, the name day (otherwise the name day) is chosen as the first date of celebration of the saint, starting from the moment of baptism (or birth if the date of baptism is unknown for some reason).

The Orthodox calendar lists four saints with the name Artemy. Therefore, the name days of all Artems fall on the following dates: November 2, July 6, April 6 and June 20.

On November 2, the Church honors the memory of the great pan-Christian saint - the Great Martyr Artemy, who was a military leader in Antioch. The saint lived during the reign of several emperors: under Constantine, Constantius and Julian. The last of the rulers, despite the establishment of Christianity as the dominant religion in the Roman Empire, rejected Christ and began persecuting Christians.

Despite the service feats that Artemy noted during various military operations, Julian accused the military leader of improper worship of the gods and forced him to renounce Christ. For his refusal, Saint Artemy suffered various torments and eventually died from the truncation of his head in 363. Memory of the Holy Great Martyr Artemy on November 2.

On the same day the memory of the holy righteous Artemy Verkolsky is celebrated. This great saint of the Lord has one more day of celebration - July 6th. Artemy was born in 1532 in the village of Verkole (Dvina province). From an early age, pious parents taught the child to live a holy, pious life. As a baby, Artemy loved to pray and fasted. However, the days of life in the land of the righteous were short-lived. At the age of 13, the boy died on the field during a thunderstorm from exhaustion. The people saw this as a sign of God’s punishment over the boy. Therefore, the saint’s body was not even buried, leaving it in the forest. After 28 years, the body of the righteous man was found incorrupt, and the relics of the ascetic appeared miraculous. Nowadays the holy relics of the righteous Artemy are located in the Verkolsky monastery, founded on the site where the body of the youth was found.

Among the saints of Artemiev was St. April 6 is the day of remembrance of St. Artemy of Thessaloniki, also called Artemon. This saint lived in apostolic times. From his life it is known that the Apostle Paul himself, during one of his travels, having seen the virtuous life of this Christian, decided to ordain Artemy as bishop of the city of Thessaloniki. For many years the bishop taught and instructed his flock in Christian piety. The saint died at a very old age.

There is another saint named Artemy, whose memory is celebrated on June 20th (on the general celebration of the Vladimir saints). This is the holy righteous Artemy Shuisky of Vladimir, who became famous for his pious life in the 17th century.

The holy ve-li-ko-mu-che-nik Ar-te-miy was one of the y-y-y-y-y-y-o-chi-s-in-government equal to such a king Kon-stan-ti-na Ve-li-ko-go (306-337, May 21), and then - his son and pre-em-n-ka Kon-station (337-361). Ar-te-miy, had many awards for his personal service and from-va-gu, was put in place by no one in Egypt. In this capacity, he did a lot for the spread and strengthening of Christianity in Egypt. Im-per-ra-to-ra Kon-station was replaced by Yuli-an (361-363). Im-per-ra-tor-from-the-step-nik, wishing to return paganism, waged an implacable struggle against Christianity, from directing hundreds of Christians to death. In Antiochia, he ordered to torture two bishops who would not renounce the faith of Christ. At this time, Saint Ar-te-miy came to the city and all the people accused Yuli-a-na of wickedness. The once-wrathful Apostate subjected the holy one to the same torture. After this, they lead the bro-si-li to the same place. During the prayer, when the saint was ascending to the Lord, Christ Himself appeared to him, surrounded by Angels and said: “Man-up, Ar-te-miy! I’m with you and I’ll spare you from any pain, whatever it may be.” -be-mu-chi-te-li, and I am already preparing a crown of glory for you. For how you proved Me before people on earth, so I also confess you before My Heavenly Father. So, be courageous and rejoice - you will be with Me in My King -stve". Hearing this from the Sa-mo-Gos-po-da, he began to bla-go-da-rat and glorify Him.

The next day, Yuli-an demanded that the leader Ar-te-miy recognize the pagan gods. Having met a decisive refusal, they resorted to torture. The mover moved all without a single stop. The holy one told Yulia that he would soon receive just retribution for the evil done to them by Christ -us. The renegade became furious and resorted to even more severe torture, but they did not break their will. , and then Saint Ar-te-miy was beheaded († 362).

His remains would-have-been christ-a-na-mi.

After the death of the holy great Ar-te-miya, his prophecy about a quick death came true whether Yuli-a-na Step-no-step.

Yuli-an with his army left An-tio-chia to fight the Pers. Near the Persian city of Kte-zi-fo-na he met an old Persian. He promised to betray his compatriots and be a pro-voice for Yuli-a-na’s army. The old man turned away from step and led his army into the Kar-ma-nit desert, into impenetrable places where there was no water, no food. The exhausted hunger and thirst of the Gre-co-Roman army Yuli-and-you would-need to join the battle with the fresh -mi si-la-mi per-sov.

Divine retribution came here and I myself stepped away. During the battle, he was mortally wounded by an invisible hand, an invisible weapon. Yuli-an groaned heavily and, dying, said: “You’re in trouble, Ga-li-le-ya-nin!” After the death of the holy one, they brought the Ar-te- Mia and I moved from An-tio-khia to Kon-stan-ti-no-pol.

See also: "" in the text of St. Di-mit-ria of Ro-stov.

Prayers

Troparion to the Great Martyr Artemy of Antioch

By the true faith of Christ/ be strengthened, passion-bearer,/ the tormentor of the wicked king/ you have conquered with that idol’s exaltation./ Thus from the Great King, who reigns forever,/ a most luminous crown We are gifted to be victorious,/ heal all those who are sick and those who call upon you, Artemy the Great,/ pray Christ God // save our souls.

Translation: Strengthened by the true faith of Christ, you defeated the wicked tormentor king with his idol sacrifices. Therefore, from the Great King, who reigns forever, he was gifted with the bright crown of victory. Healing all those who are sick and who call on you, Artemy the Great, pray to Christ God for the salvation of our souls.

Kontakion to the Great Martyr Artemia of Antioch

The pious and crowned martyr,/ having conquered the enemies of victory,/ having come together, we worthily praise Artemy with songs,/ the greatest among martyrs,/ the giver of the most rich miracles,// For we pray to the Lord for all of us.

Translation: The pious and crowned martyr, who captured the trophy of victory over the enemy, gathered together, let us duly glorify Artemy, the great martyr, the generous giver of miracles, for he prays to the Lord for all of us.

Prayer to the Great Martyr Artemy of Antioch

Oh, all-validated Great Martyr Artemy, the Lord is a warrior and a strong champion of us all! Be quickly your intercessor with the Lover of Mankind, may He grant to the faithful people who honor you and come to venerate your relics, mercy and good petitions speedy fulfillment. Stand before the Throne of God in the person of the martyr, remember us all, with the troubles, misfortunes and sorrows of the present, and in this life there are many who suffer: may the coming to you cease with your help and strong struggle we are angry. We, who are edified by your sufferings, are filled with the power of the grace of Christ through you, in the patience of bearing the cross we will begin to live in the Lord through repentance to please and the unspeakable good to inherit what has been prepared. Vana to those who love God and glorify His holy name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever , and forever and ever. Amen.

Canons and Akathists

Akathist to the Holy Great Martyr Artemy

Kontakion 1

To the chosen governor and Augustalia of the land of Egypt, the king exalted in earthly honor, after the evil Julian, who was tormented and beheaded, as if he suffered greatly and endured everything victorious, but from God he received incorruption and the grace of miracles, on this day of return let us cry out in praise: Rejoice, Saint Artemis, Glorious Great Martyr of Christ.

Ikos 1

The people of Antioch marveled at your holy zeal for the name of Christ, glorious Artemy, for they could not bear to see the torment of the saints and hear the blasphemy against the Lord spewed by Julian; Even though you came from Alexandria to honor him, you were not afraid to expose him. Moreover, having been deposed from your military rank for your daring, you accepted the condemnation of wounds and death. Now, as if we are in disgrace to the tormented one, we cry out to you: Rejoice, you who endured disgrace and torment from Julian. Rejoice, clothed in glory and radiance from God. Rejoice, fiercest one who has raised up suffering. Rejoice, you who showed the greatness of faith. Rejoice, shine with the glory of patience. Rejoice, our fortress in sorrow and exhaustion. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 2

Be faithful to the king, giving Saint Artemy the wicked Julian: “For your undertakings are vain and your pride is weak to destroy Christians: even though Christ came, and the Cross was erected, and the Lord was erected on it, the pride of the wicked has fallen and the fortress of the evil one has been trampled underfoot, but Christ’s is invincible and there is an insurmountable power, by which we are protected, we will be able to resist the wiles of the enemy, crying out to God victoriously: Alleluia.”

Ikos 2

Fighting for the great Tsar Constantine, you defeated your enemies with the strong power of the godmother, Artemy the weapon; with the same power you overcame your tormentor Julian. By the vision of the cross in heaven, you were confirmed in the faith of Christ, despising the flattery of idols and the honors of military rank, you courageously fought for Christians before the apostate, and you named the warriors the leader of our faith, the Lord Christ, and you valiantly laid down your life for Him. In the same way, you have claimed from us the following title: Rejoice, having rejected the idolatrous banners of the apostate Caesar. Rejoice, thou who followed the sign of the Cross. Rejoice, and now strengthen the strength of those fighting under the banner of faith. Rejoice, strengthen the hope of the weary. Rejoice, good armorer of Christ. Rejoice, steadfast defender of the saints of the faith. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 3

“Lord, I am far from Thy patience and kindness,” you cried, Saint Artemy, having endured the first torment, “For you, Lord, for me, the most sinful, you were cut off with wounds all over your body, from your feet to your head you were not in I wish you well. I pray to Thee, Master, for Thou hast crowned me with Thy sufferings, and may Thou complete my course in confessing to Thee with the song: Alleluia.”

Ikos 3

The evil king gave the command to his squire to capture you, the glorious military leader, Artemy, and take away your high-ranking belt, and take off your vestments, and torture you naked. They, having tied your hand and nose, stretched your body into four and beat you with ox sinews along the ridge and belly, as if their strength had become impoverished. You were as insensible as you were, like everyone standing around, and you were so amazed at Julian himself. Receive from us this laudable surprise: Rejoice, invincible in faith. Rejoice, insurmountable in hope. Rejoice, you who set your nose on the stone of patience. Rejoice, you who courageously corrected your steps. Rejoice, rejoicing in suffering. Rejoice, glorified in reproach. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 4

When the holy confessors Eugene and Macarius were tormented, then you, Blessed Artemie, were moved by zeal for God, and you prayed, so that God would not show you that you are not exactly unworthy of your suffering undertaking, but may your original song also be corrected before Him: Alleluia.

Ikos 4

Beaten by the sinews of an ox and dragged along the ground, you were in no way faint-hearted, but rejoicing and having fun, enlightened by the suffering of Christ, you completed the feat of martyrdom to the end with goodness. Thus you are worthy of the blessing of this one: Rejoice, you who crushed the meager vessel of your flesh. Rejoice, the light of faith and the power of courage revealed from him. Rejoice, in his weakness the power of the Lord has been perfected. Rejoice, for the tormentor seemed to be patient with him. Rejoice, for God has accepted your sacrifice of torment. Rejoice, for the Good One has given you the lot of salvation. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 5

“You suffer for Me, Artemy, take courage and rejoice,” said Christ, appearing to the saint in prison, “you will be with Me in My Kingdom.” Having heard this, the martyr was healed from his wounds, and his soul was filled with Divine consolation, remaining in prison, blessing God and singing to Him: Alleluia.

Ikos 5

And hunger and thirst tormented you in prison, blessed Artemy. But you, who offered yourself the bounty of the Most Blessed Lord, asked for only one thing, and even your very soul, as if the Lord Christ would accept a living sacrifice from you with your remaining blood. And your zeal was not in vain: for the Lord commanded His Angel to nourish you in prison and preserve you, and then He Himself appeared, strengthening you, and teaching us to proclaim to you: Rejoice, you who were fed by the hand of the Angel in prison. Rejoice, strengthened by the bread of animals from heaven. Rejoice, you were healed from your wounds by the Lord’s visit in chains. Rejoice, filled with consolation by the appearance of Christ. Rejoice, joyful of the Lord in prison. Rejoice, having ascended to Him to receive the crown of glory prepared for you. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 6

“Since the Masters of my suffering are many, and that I, the unworthy, have endured more than Him,” cried blessed Artemy, “He was nailed to the Cross because of sin for my sake, without knowing sin himself, he brought flattery into his mouth. I rejoice and am glad, enlightened by my Lord through the sufferings that ease my illnesses.” Thus the saint, conversing within himself, sang to God all night together with the sufferers Eugene and Macarius: Alleluia.

Ikos 6

The suffering Artemie, the wicked king, betrayed you to the cruelest torment, when he returned with shame from Apollo of Daphnia and heard the mockery and prophecy of his destruction from you, and burst into flames with green rage. In the same way, for these sufferings, we bless you with the multitude of faces: Rejoice, for through you God, wondrous in His saints, appeared in His tongue. Rejoice, for through you the sweetest name of Christ has been glorified. Rejoice, thou who art not afraid of the fury of torment. Rejoice, in the hope of Christ you laughed at idols. Rejoice, in spirit we prophesy the future to the prophet. Rejoice, dear bearer of the Spirit of the Lord. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 7

The wicked Christian Julian did a lot of mischief, lying to him, as if he had burned the temple of Apollo Daphne. When this liar uttered numerous reproaches against Christians before Artemy, Saint Artemy responded: “God-empty wrath and fire from heaven consumed your idol and burned its temple; I laugh at your madness, as you serve a soulless God, I am comforted by his fall and I rejoice in all of these, even the Christ of miracles, Who deserves to be sung loudly: Alleluia.”

Ikos 7

Unable to bear to hear your righteous words, holy Artemy, the lawless Julian, becoming very angry, commanded the stonecutter to cut the great stone, so that in the midst of its parts you would be bent. And for this, prepared for this, the falling stone will erase your whole body, and your inner being will disintegrate, and all your members will be broken. And without seeing a great miracle, how in such a bend in the middle of the stones you remained alive. We marvel at God’s power, which strengthened you, and cry out: Rejoice, thou trampled bunch of Christ’s grapes in the winepress. Rejoice, living sacrifice, blood poured out to the Lord above the stone. Rejoice, martyr, whose whole body bends like a soul. Rejoice, living tablet, on which the confession of faith was written in blood. Rejoice, you mixed stone with your blood, like clay. Rejoice, you have dedicated yourself to living in the building of the Church of Christ. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 8

Your eyes have been worn out from torment, holy one, and your face has been erased, but your soul is still strong and your tongue speaks well, even in your oppression you called on God, your Helper, and in trust in Him you cried out: Alleluia.

Ikos 8

The ghost mail you king, when you see the terrible sight and human nature happening; Moreover, I exhort you to worship the idol, so that they will have mercy on you and will not hand you over to torment in hell. You, laughing at the king, answered: “As idols themselves cannot escape fire, with them you, the king, will be betrayed to endless fire.” For a hedgehog, as a blasphemer, the king condemned you to death. We, having descended upon you to the place of beheading, will bind your head with crowns of praise as follows: Rejoice, sufferer, bent among the stones. Rejoice, confessor, not overcome in the strength of faith. Rejoice, you who spoke the truth without fear before the kings. Rejoice, for this, after all the sufferings, truncation by the sword has come. Rejoice, you who willfully bowed your sacred head under the sword. Rejoice, having crushed the heads of invisible enemies with your patience. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 9

You were crushed with wounds all over your body, as if people were afraid to look at you: bent like a woman, broken bones, and all your inner devastation. You considered such suffering to be a minor illness, hoping in the Lord that you suffered for what was wrong, to have eternal peace, teaching you not to be faint-hearted in suffering, but to still send gratitude to God: Alleluia.

Ikos 9

“Behold, the wounds of Christ are marked on your body,” the saint said to himself, “for that remains, and I will give my very soul for Christ with the blood that remains in me.” And you offered yourself to the bounty of the Lord, you fearlessly confessed Christ before men, and you joyfully accepted the beheading for being unworthy. For this reason, for your surpassing love for God, we praise you: Rejoice, quick to hear the Gospel of Christ. Rejoice, ready executor of His great commandments. Rejoice, you who showed strong love for the Lord Christ. Rejoice, and joyfully betrayed your soul with blood for Him. Rejoice, strengthen our weakening with your kindness. Rejoice, you heal our illnesses with your wounds. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 10

Armed with firm faith, you despised the tormenting fury, and you accepted the condemnation of beheading with joy, and led to death, you walked with merry feet, crying out to Christ God: Alleluia.

Ikos 10

By the truncation of your head, you have sealed your martyr’s feat, strengthen with your prayers also us, who have bowed our heads under the yoke of Christ, through all our lives we will fight the good fight, learn from you to love the Lord, crying to your face: Rejoice, mighty one, girded the sword of faith at your hip to overcome the tormentors. Rejoice, protected by the helmet of salvation from the Lord. Rejoice, well adorned with the belt of glory from Him. Rejoice, protecting with the shield of your prayers all those who come running to you. Rejoice, take up arms for the Lord’s sufferers fully armed. Rejoice, unwaveringly accompanying those who walk the narrow path to the Kingdom of Heaven. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 11

Preparing to drink the vial of suffering to the end, you bowed to the ground at the place of truncation and strengthened your spirit with prayer to God. And hearing a voice from heaven saying: “Go down with the saints and receive the reward prepared for you,” you bowed your head under the sword, joyfully offering up to God: Alleluia.

Ikos 11

We all praise you, passion-bearing saint, and we honor your honest sufferings, which you endured more than human nature, and you claimed the Kingdom of Heaven. In the same way, we rise to cry out to you: Rejoice, you who have accepted exhaustion and self-mutilation. Rejoice, you who revealed the height of the spirit in torment. Rejoice, you who protected yourself with a shield of hope. Rejoice, having exhausted the insolence of the tormentors with your firmness. Rejoice, for the Angels stood before his torment with amazement. Rejoice, for his sufferings people honor with tenderness. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 12

At the price of your blood you have claimed the Kingdom of Heaven, Artemy, the great sufferer of Christ. Guide us also through your intercession in the heavenly abode, so that, enjoying with you the portions of the righteous, we will glorify God with you in song: Alleluia.

Ikos 12

The Lord Christ opened the heavenly palace and gave you the crown of glory worthily: and now in heaven you rejoice with the angelic ranks. Likewise, we, grateful people and martyrs, cry out to you in songs: Rejoice, commander, overcome by no one in courage. Rejoice, warrior for Christ, inexhaustible in strength. Rejoice, great sufferer, who has astonished human nature with your torment. Rejoice, indestructibility of the spirit revealed in bodily destruction. Rejoice, you did not doubt in your trust in the Living God. Rejoice, enjoy the portion of the righteous in heaven. Rejoice, Saint Artemis, glorious martyr of Christ.

Kontakion 13

Oh, most glorious Great Martyr of Christ Artemy! We sing of your suffering, we honor your enduring death, with fervent prayer flowing to you: strengthen us with patience in the struggle of bearing the cross, enduring trials and suffering through all of life to the end, not despondent, but cheerfully remaining in singing to God: Alleluia.

(This kontakion is read three times, then ikos 1 and kontakion 1)

Prayer

Oh, all-validated Great Martyr Artemy, the Lord’s warrior and strong champion of all of us! Be quick to intercede with Christ the Lover of Mankind, so that the faithful people who venerate you and come to venerate your relics may receive mercy and speedy fulfillment of good petitions. Stand before the Throne of God in the person of the martyr, remember us all, with the troubles, misfortunes and sorrows of the present, and in this life there are many who suffer: may the evil that comes to us cease with your help and strong struggle. We, who are edified by your sufferings, fulfilled by the power of the grace of Christ through you, will begin to live in the patience of bearing the cross, in order to please the Lord through repentance and the ineffable good inheritance that is prepared for those who love God and glorify His holy name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever , and forever and ever. Amen.

The icon of Artemy Verkolsky was painted in honor of the holy Orthodox youth, a true believer in the Lord. His found relics and holy image performed many miracles, helping believers in healing their souls and bodies.

The icon of the pious Artemy Verkolsky is extremely popular among believers. The relics of the wonderworker, like His shrine, heal the most terrible and terrible things, and the life of the Orthodox youth does not leave anyone indifferent to this day. It should be noted that Artemy is not one of the holy martyrs of God. The significance and veneration of the prophet by the Orthodox Church is of a special nature and lies in its extraordinary history.

Life story of Artemy Verkolsky

Artemy Verkolsky was born in Russia, in the village of Verkol. His parents were ordinary peasants living in righteousness and piety. The young man was raised according to Christian traditions, distinguished by meekness, obedience and holiness from childhood. He always helped his father with housework and housework. In the summer of 1545, Artemy worked in the field with his father. Suddenly they heard a loud clap of thunder, followed by a bright flash of lightning. At that very moment the young man, who at that time was only 12 years old, fell to the ground dead. Local residents were frightened by such a sudden death of the boy, classifying this event as the wrath of God and His punishment. It is for this reason that Artemy’s lifeless body was not laid to rest according to all Orthodox traditions. They left him in the forest, covering him with tree branches and lightly covering him with earth.

The body of Artemy Verkolsky remained untouched for 32 years and was abandoned in that very place. In 1577, a cleric named Agathonikos noticed a light coming from the forest. When the deacon approached the extraordinary glow, he discovered that the beam pointed to the remains of a deceased youth. After the discovery of the incorruptible relics of the youth Artemy, the villagers placed them near the outer vestibule of the local temple. Soon the relics of the deceased young man acquired special holy power. Miraculous phenomena and healings began to occur to the residents of the settlement. Tales of the miraculous deeds of the relics of Artemy Verkolsky instantly spread throughout the world. Soon, icon painters began to paint icons with the face of St. Artemy. There is a lot of irrefutable evidence confirming the miraculous deeds of the incorruptible relics and the icon of St. Artemy.

Where is the icon and relics of Artemy Verkolsky

At the site where Artemy’s relics were found, a monastery was built where the incorruptible remains of the saint were placed. The Verkolsky Monastery still exists today. Within its walls is the main icon of Artemy Verkolsky, and with it His relics.

Description of the miraculous icon

The icon depicts the image of the righteous Artemy. The saint is depicted from the waist up, his body covered only by a modest casual shirt. In his left hand he holds an unfolded manuscript with an akathist written on it. In the youth’s right hand is a cross, a symbol of Orthodoxy, serving as a reminder of the suffering of Christ, which He took upon himself to save humanity from punishment for sins.

How does a miraculous image help?

The icon of the righteous Artemy contains incredible power. It is famous for its unimaginable wonders. Orthodox believers turn in prayer to the miraculous image for healing from serious, unbearable diseases. The shrine is capable of giving recovery even to the terminally ill. But why the holy image gained such fame was for numerous healings from diseases associated with the eyes. There have been many cases where completely blind people regained their sight.

Days of celebration

The official day when honors are offered to Saint Artemy Verkolsky, adopted by the Russian Orthodox Church, falls on November 2.

Prayer before the icon of Artemy Verkolsky

“Oh, holy miracle worker! You are a resident of God's Heaven, a righteous man and a saint of the Lord! Hear our prayers! Pray before our Father for our sinful deeds! For we repent and ask for forgiveness and remission of our sins! Become our intercessor! Protect from evil and various diseases! Do not let your spirit fall in difficult times and give you strength to move along the righteous path! We will never forget Your holy name! And we will praise You all our lives, O Most Holy Artemy! May God's will be done for everything! In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen".

To ensure that troubles and sorrows leave you, start your day right - with prayers addressed to the saints. The holy saints of God are called upon to help and protect the lives of believers. And Artemy Verkolsky is no exception. We wish you strong faith, success, and don't forget to press the buttons and

Any of the people can have their own day of an Angel by name, there is also a day of the Angel Artem. Angel Day is the day of the patron saint for any person with the same name.

We must remember that this day has nothing to do with the guardian angel. During baptism, a person also receives a holy patron angel from the Lord God. In a word, Angel Day is the birthday of the soul. This day is celebrated by visiting church and reading prayers.

When is Artem's name day?

Artem’s name day in the Orthodox calendar falls on seven days a year and at different times of the year in autumn, winter, spring and summer:

• Bishop Artem of Lystra – 17.01. and 12.11.;
• Artemy Palestinsky – 26.02.;
• Artema the Saint from Seleucia – 04/06;
• Artem from the city of Kizik – 12.05.;
• Artemy from Verkola – 07/06 and 11/02;

Angel Day, name day, is celebrated, as a rule, once a year on or after a birthday (but not before a birthday!). So, for example, if a boy was born on January 15, then his name day will be on January 17, and if he was born on June 11, then his name day will be on July 6.

What does the name Artemy mean in Orthodoxy?

The name Artemy takes its roots from ancient times. According to one version, Artemy comes from the name of the famous goddess of fertility and hunting from mythology - Artemis. According to another version, from the ancient Greek word “Artemes”, which translated into Russian means healthy, unharmed, not subject to disease.

In Christian history there were saints called Artemias. All of them were distinguished by their true faith in God. The Church remembers and honors them.

Artemy Verkolsky Memorial Day

The youth Artemy is one of the most revered in Rus'. He lived in the sixteenth century in the village of Verkola near Arkhangelsk. From an early age the boy was humble, meek, and led a pious life. At the age of 12, Artemy died when he was struck by lightning during a thunderstorm.

Fellow villagers, deciding that God had punished the boy, did not perform a funeral service or bury him. The deceased was left in the forest, covering his body with brushwood. About thirty years later, a local deacon accidentally discovered the incorruptible relics of Artemy, from which a radiance emanated.

The relics were transferred to a local church, where miraculous healings of people began to occur from them. Soon people began to come from everywhere for healing. It was decided to paint icons of the holy youth.

People's rumors also reached Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. He gave the order to place the relics in a shrine and found a monastery. The days of memory of Artemy Verkolsky are considered July 6 and November 2.

Artemy Palestinian

Artemy of Antioch (Palestinian) Christian was a remarkable military man, commander during the period when Constantine the Great was on the throne, and then during the reign of his successor Constantius, his own son. Artemy's achievements in the military field were impeccable. For his outstanding successes, Constantine appointed him governor of Egypt.

But the period of the reign of Julian, the apostate emperor, began. Julian waged a merciless war against Christianity and wanted to bring back paganism. He violently persecuted Christians and killed hundreds of them.

One day, when Artemy arrived in Antich, he learned that Julian had tortured two bishops, forcing them to renounce their faith in Christ. Artemy openly expressed his protest against the pagan ruler; he was not afraid of Julian and publicly convicted him of impiety. The emperor became very angry and ordered Artemy to be tortured and then imprisoned.

In prison, when Artemy was praying, Christ “visited” him, surrounded by angels, and said: “Be courageous, and you will be with me in the eternal kingdom!”

The next morning, Julian demanded that Artemy renounce his faith and recognize paganism. But Artemy refused, the emperor ordered the torture to continue. The great martyr endured all the tortures courageously, and prophesied a quick death for Julian. Artemy's head was cut off.

Immediately after the execution, the saint was taken and buried in the Church of John the Baptist in Constantinople (later the temple was named in honor of Saint Artemius).

Saint Artemy of Thessalonica

Blessed Artemy (Artemon) of Thessalonica was born in the city of Seleucia in Pisidia of Asia Minor. He lived at the same time as the holy Apostles and led the life of a virtuous and honest person.

Of all the townspeople, Artemy was the most deeply religious Christian. For this reason, the Holy Apostle Paul, when he entered the city of Seleucia, appointed Artemius as the first bishop in the city.

The saint performed his duties excellently and to please the Lord. All the townspeople loved him and were very grateful. He ruled wisely, stood up for the persecuted and the poor, saved the suffering, took into the care of orphans and widows, and the poor. Blessed Artemy was a real miracle healer for all people of that time. He treated and healed not only bodies, but also souls. He spent his long life pleasing God and piously, and was an example for his people.

Artemy is usually in good physical shape, loves sports and most often leads an active lifestyle. In most cases, he has no bad habits. Artemy is active and purposeful. He likes to take part in disputes and always tries to defend his point of view. Most often he has leadership inclinations, has great zeal and hard work, is well-read, and has a huge outlook. He always values ​​discipline in his work and can quickly achieve the position of boss. Capable of empathy, helps people, loves animals very much.

Artemy most often finds family happiness in adulthood, so an early first marriage can quickly fall apart. The relationships that he begins to build after 35 years become strong and stable. Artemy usually doesn’t feel sorry for anything for his wife and children; he can shower them with gifts and give them his attention.

Fate: The most important feature of this name is, perhaps, the desire to go your own way, relying first of all on yourself. Usually Artem knows how to respect authorities, but treats them without trepidation or admiration and is always ready to show character.

The Saints: Holy Righteous Artemy Verkolsky (name day July 6), Holy Great Martyr Artemy (name day November 2).

Day of Angel Artemy

The name Artem translated from Greek means “impeccable health.” When playing with children he is calm and unobtrusive. At school he is attentive, remembers everything, studies well. Growing up, he becomes more active, mobile, takes the initiative and the role of leader in the class, but will not allow anyone to lead him.

Artemy Name Day according to the Church Calendar

• February 26 – Artemy Palestinsky
• July 6 – Artemy Verkolsky, youth
• November 2 – Artemy of Antioch, martyr, military leader
• November 13 – Artema the Righteous