Holy Martyr Pelagia of Tarsus (†290) — October 7 / October 20 (Julian Calendar)

19 October 2026 · 6 October, Old Style

✝ Holy Martyr Pelagia of Tarsus (†290)

October 7 / October 20 (Julian Calendar)

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On this day, October 7 according to the Julian Calendar (October 20 civil calendar), the Georgian Orthodox Church commemorates Holy Martyr Pelagia of Tarsus.

The holy martyr Pelagia of Tarsus suffered for Christ in the reign of Emperor Diocletian (284–305). Her full life may be read under May 4.

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May the intercessions of the Holy Martyr Pelagia be with us all.

Tagged: 3rd Century, Cilicia, Georgian Orthodox Church, Holy Martyr, Julian Calendar, Martyrs, October, Orthodox Saints, Tarsus, Women Saints

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