Saint Syncletica
Also known as
- Sincletica
Profile
Wealthy Alexandrian lady who abandoned her riches and lived till age 84 as a hermitess in a tomb. She suffered in her youth with temptations and spiritual desolation; she suffered in her maturity by cancer and consumption.
- against bodily ills
- against loss of parents
- against sickness
- against temptations
- sick people
- single laywomen
Readings
Adorned with wisdom and grace, O blessed Syncletica, Thou wast unshaken by hostile attacks. Ever pray for those who celebrate thy memory. – troparion of Saint Syncletica
Illustrious with rays of heavenly virtue, O Godbearing Syncletica thou didst blunt the goads of the ancient enemy, and bring a company of virgins to the bridal chamber. Together with them pray for us that we may find mercy. – kontakion of Saint Syncletica
MLA Citation
- “Saint Syncletica“. CatholicSaints.Info. 10 April 2022. Web. 28 April 2024. <>