Prayer book to the saints: when to pray to which icon
All Orthodox Christians know that, depending on their date of birth, every Christian has an icon that protects them from misfortune. Knowing which saint patronizes you, you can choose your icon and turn to it in prayer for help and support.
Starting the day with prayer is a long-standing tradition of all Orthodox families. A prayer rule every morning helps to tune in to favorable events and avoid misfortunes and troubles during the day. The prayer of the Optina elders is considered one of the most powerful.
Patron saints by date of birth
Each person has his own icon: its choice depends on the specific time period in which your birth date falls. Such an icon has greater power and can protect you from great trouble, as well as attract joy, happiness and prosperity into your life.
For example, those born between December 20 and January 22 are patronized by the icon of the Virgin Mary “Unexpected Joy”. The holy mentor and protector for people born at this time is the Venerable Elder Seraphim of Sarov.
Orthodox Christians born between January 22 and February 20 are under the protection of the “Vladimir Mother of God” icon, and prayers to Saint Athanasius will help gain the patronage and help of this ascetic.
For those born from February 21 to March 20, the Iverskaya icon will be a good protection. You can pray to the Iveron Mother of God for the preservation of your family and deliverance from childhood illnesses. The patron saint for those born at this time is Saint Alexy.
Those born from March 21 to April 20 are patronized by the Kazan Mother of God: this icon must be in the house, since it in itself is a powerful protection for the whole family. You can also turn in prayer to the patron saint George the Confessor, who strengthens you in faith and guides you on the right path.
Those born between April 21 and May 20 should pray to the icon of the Mother of God “Help of Sinners.” Prayers in front of this icon will help you find the right path and strengthen yourself in the Orthodox faith. The patron saint is the Apostle John.
For those born from May 21 to June 22, the image of the Most Holy Theotokos “The Burning Bush” will be an excellent protection. For help and support, those born at this time can turn to Saint Alexei.
For Orthodox Christians born between June 23 and July 22, the icon of the Virgin Mary “Joy of All Who Sorrow” will provide help, support and support. Saint Cyril is the patron saint of those born at this time.
Those born from July 23 to August 23 should pray to the icon of the Mother of God “Protection of the Blessed Virgin Mary.” This image will help you avoid serious illnesses and adversities. Also, Orthodox Christians born during this period are patronized by Saint Elijah, the prophet of the Lord.
Those born from August 24 to September 23 are patronized by the “Vladimir Mother of God”. Prayers in front of this icon will help Orthodox Christians born during this period of time find family happiness and well-being. The patron saint of those born at this time is John the Baptist.
People born between September 24 and October 24 should seek intercession and protection from the icon of the Exaltation of the Cross of the Lord. This image will protect and protect from disasters and misfortunes, and will help avoid damage to death. You can also turn to the Most Holy Sergius of Radonezh for help.
Those born from October 25 to November 22 should definitely have with them the icon of the Mother of God “Quick to Hear”, and in difficult life situations turn to the Apostle Paul in prayer.
Those born between November 23 and December 20 should offer prayers to the “Eclipse” icon of the Virgin Mary. Prayer in front of this image will help you avoid the manipulation of people around you, and the patronage of Saint Barbara will help you live a happy Christian life.
We should not forget that in addition to the patron saints, every Orthodox Christian is accompanied by a Guardian Angel from the moment of baptism. Daily prayer to your Guardian will help you establish an unbreakable connection with him and protect yourself from many troubles.
