Holy Martyrs Sophia and Irene (3rd century) — September 18 / October 1 (Julian Calendar)

On this day, September 18 according to the Julian Calendar (October 1 civil calendar), the Georgian Orthodox Church commemorates the Holy Martyrs Sophia and Irene.

The holy martyrs Sophia and Irene suffered for confessing Christ during the reign of Emperor Hadrian (117–138). The lawless persecutors beheaded them.