Translation of Relics of Venerable Lazarus of Galesion — July 17 / July 30 (Julian Calendar)

On this day, July 17 according to the Julian Calendar (July 30 civil calendar), the Georgian Orthodox Church commemorates Translation of Relics of Venerable Lazarus of Galesion.

The Venerable Lazarus of Galesion (+1053) was a stylite monk who lived and labored in ascetic struggle on the desolate Mount Galesion near Ephesus. He is commemorated on November 7 for the main feast of his life and repose.

On July 17 according to the Julian Calendar, the Church commemorates the translation of the holy and incorrupt relics of the blessed Father Lazarus, honoring the grace that God manifested through his holy remains.