A life devoid of joy, full of disappointments, oppression and suffering. Such a period has happened, is, and may still be in the life of every person. This is how the world works and it cannot be avoided. Those close to her were unhappy, they needed help, she gave it to them. For all her merits, generosity and efforts, the girl was soon awarded. To this day, the icon of Anastasia the Pattern Maker is famous for its ability to help those praying, fulfilling their requests.
Memorial Day: January 4
Saint Anastasia the Patternmaker - life
At the end of the 3rd century, a daughter, Anastasia, was born into the family of the Roman senator Pretextatus. Her mother Fausta (or Favsta) was a Christian. From an early age, at the request of her mother, the teacher Chrysogon was involved in raising Anastasia. The girl grew up virtuous and merciful. However, by the will of her father, Anastasia became the wife of the pagan Publius.
At the turn of the 3rd - 4th centuries, the Roman Empire was ruled by Diocletian, an ardent opponent and persecutor of Christianity. Many Christian believers ended up in prison and died. Anastasia secretly visited prisoners, comforting them and providing assistance (carrying food, bandaging the wounded). When her husband found out about this, he severely beat his wife and locked her at home.
After some time, Publius went to Persia and drowned in the sea. Freed from domestic captivity, Anastasia began to serve people imprisoned with even greater zeal. She spiritually strengthened many in the upcoming trials. When her teacher Chrysogon was arrested and sent into exile, Anastasia followed him, helping him and other convicts in every possible way.
One day, having learned about the execution of people, she cried loudly, thereby revealing that she was a Christian. She was captured, but upon learning that Anastasia was from a noble family, they suggested that she renounce Christ. It was enough to simply make sacrifices to the pagan gods. She refused, and when trying to touch Anastasia, the pagan priest went blind. The saint was again free and continued her ministry.
After some time, she was imprisoned and tormented by hunger for two months. Seeing that Anastasia the Patternmaker did not receive any harm, she and the other convicts were put on a ship. The bottom of the ship was pierced to sink it into the sea. However, a miracle happened: the ship safely reached the shore. 120 prisoners, seeing the miraculous salvation, decided to be baptized.
Having learned about this, the ruler ordered everyone to be executed. Anastasia was stretched between four pillars and set on fire. According to legend, the saint's body was not burned. The pious Christian Apollinaria buried Anastasia. At the end of the 5th century, the body was transferred to Constantinople.
The Orthodox Church established the Day of Remembrance of Saint Anastasia the Pattern Maker on January 4 according to the new style.
Icon for Anastasia
Recently, icons selected in accordance with the child’s name have become especially popular, so a personalized icon can be a good gift for a goddaughter.
Anastasia is translated from ancient Greek as “Sunday”, that is, returned to life. This is a strong girl, confident, to cope with all difficulties, but she also needs a patron. The donated icon will protect the child from all sorts of troubles in the present and future, and you need to approach the choice of the icon responsibly. Anastasia has several defenders. And one of them is a generous martyr, the patron saint of the Pattern Maker.
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Miracles performed by Anastasia the Pattern Maker
In Moscow in 2003, a temple was built in the name of Anastasia the Pattern Maker. The construction initiative belonged to Sergei Zhigulin. In 1996, with the blessing of the Patriarch of Moscow and All Rus' Alexy II, he was sent to Grozny (Chechnya), where he was captured by militants. For five months he was tortured and starved. The prayer of Anastasia the Pattern Maker, as the former prisoner later recalled, helped him withstand such a test. Returning to Moscow, he became a monk with the name Philip and began to petition for the construction of a temple in the name of the martyr Anastasia the Pattern Maker.
Currently, in the existing church, a prayer service is served weekly with the reading of an akathist (praise-giving reading) to St. Anastasia the Pattern Maker. There were cases when, after regular visits to services, relatives of convicts received gracious help. An unplanned amnesty was announced, and some court cases were redirected for retrial.
How does the icon of Anastasia the Pattern Maker help?
The icon of Saint Anastasia helps everyone who truly asks. Both during the years of her earthly life and now, she will not forget anyone and will definitely help. A request in front of the icon especially benefits those whose loved ones and relatives are imprisoned. Also, Saint Anastasia gives her hand directly to the prisoners themselves, who are convicted and arrive in places of detention. Her ability to instill confidence and faith in the best is also known, therefore, in times of despair and excitement in difficult life situations or before a trial, the icon of the Pattern Maker will give strength and help avoid injustice.
What do they pray to Saint Anastasia the Pattern Maker?
Saint Anastasia was nicknamed the Pattern Maker not only because she freed prisoners from their dungeons. Although this fact cannot be refuted, given that Anastasia could ransom prisoners with her own money. She received her nickname for helping to free herself from the bonds and chains of fear of upcoming trials and torture. The saint gave strength in confessing the Christian faith before the tormentors.
They pray to the Holy Martyr Anastasia the Pattern Maker for help in legal proceedings, for the granting of patience and consolation while in prison. But it should be remembered that the prayer to Saint Anastasia the Patternmaker for liberation is not a “one hundred percent spell.” This is just a request to intercede with the Lord to alleviate the fate of the prisoner and forgive him the sins for which he is being punished.
In Rus', Saint Anastasia the Pattern Maker was revered as the patroness of pregnant women. According to popular belief, it was believed that through the prayer of Saint Anastasia the Pattern Maker, a woman could easily be freed (freed) from the “bonds of pregnancy.”
In Greece, Saint Anastasia is called Pharmakolitria, which translated means “healing from poisons and diseases.” Therefore, it is believed that the prayer to Anastasia the Pattern Maker helps doctors, who consider her their patroness, in their work.
The main thing you need to remember is the words of the Gospel:
“And whatever you ask in prayer in faith, you will receive.” (Gospel of Matthew, 21:22)
Meaning of the icon
Despite all the difficulties of life, the girl never stopped believing and helping others, this is the power of the image. The icon of Anastasia the Pattern Maker carries a symbol of courage, steadfastness and perseverance.
The significance of all Anastasia’s actions is incalculable, as is the number of her good deeds when she saved and supported desperate prisoners. Upon sincere request to the Pattern Maker, support will come to everyone experiencing fear, pain and humiliation.
Prayer to Saint Anastasia the Patternmaker from court and prison
Oh, long-suffering and wise great martyr of Christ Anastasia! You stand with your Soul in Heaven at the Throne of the Lord, and on earth, by the grace given to you, you perform various healings: look mercifully at the people who are coming and praying before your relics, asking for your help: extend your holy prayers to the Lord for us and ask us for forgiveness of sins ours, healing for the sick, quick help for the grieving and needy: pray to the Lord to give us all a Christian death and a good answer at His Last Judgment, so that we too may be worthy with you to glorify the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.
How to pray in front of an icon
Prayer is what has power, so do not forget that not only the icon is important. Anastasia became famous for her honesty and generosity, which is why it is first of all worth sincerely and with pure thoughts to appeal to her generous heart:
Oh, long-suffering and wise great martyr of Christ Anastasia! You stand as a soul in Heaven at the Throne of the Lord, but on earth, by the grace given to you, you perform various healings; look mercifully at the people ahead and praying before your icon, asking for your help, extend holy prayers to the Lord for us and ask us for forgiveness of our sins, with help cabbage soup in merciful works, strengthening the spirit in service, meekness, humility and obedience, healing for the sick, for the grieving and in the bonds of those present, quick help and intercession, begging the Lord, may He grant us all a Christian death and a good answer to His Last Judgment, may we also be worthy of the same glory with you The birth of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
However, it is worth remembering a simple truth: do not wish others harm, otherwise everything may not turn out for the better and you will have to pay for bad words.
The life story of the holy great martyr
Anastasia was born in the city of Rome, in the family of a noble senator. Her father was a pagan and professed the Hellenic faith. The mother was a secret Christian and from infancy instilled in her daughter faith in Christ. She entrusted the upbringing of Anastasia to a wise and learned man, who was also a Christian, named Chrysogon. He not only taught the girl to read and write, but also studied the Holy Scriptures with her.
Holy Great Martyr Anastasia
When the girl grew up, they secretly began to call her a wise virgin, admiring her meekness, kindness and devotion to the faith of Christ.
Marriage
Soon Anastasia's mother died. The father decided to marry his daughter against her will. So, she entered into a marriage she hated with a pagan from a wealthy family named Pompilius. To avoid the marital bed, the girl told her husband that she was sick with an incurable female disease and could not be his wife. This outraged the man, and he began to annoy Anastasia in every possible way.
Signs on Nastasya's Day
- Cook porridge and feed your daughter-in-law so that she can carry the baby faster and give birth to a healthy child.
- If there is a decrease in water in the river, it means that there will be a meager fish catch all year.
- If a cow calves on the day of the holiday, there will be a lot of milk.
- If birds chirp loudly, this is good news.
- The one who dares to hit the animal will get sick.
- If you pierce your ears on the day of the holiday, the piercings will not heal for a long time.
- If you walk around the house barefoot, one of your relatives will be sent to prison.
- Don’t sweep in the yard, Anastasia came and brought the child, but if you sweep, Anastasia will pass by and take the child away.
- If a woman does housework, it means the death of one of her relatives.
- If the clouds move against the wind, it will snow.
Day of Remembrance
The day of remembrance of the Great Martyr Anastasia in 2023 will be celebrated on January 4th.
On Nastasya’s name day it is customary to visit the temple, pray and express gratitude for her good deeds.
The Great Martyr is the patroness of pregnant women, so the holiday has special meaning for women. Mothers were supposed to glorify their ancestors and thank them for their lives and the lives of their children. The girls who were expecting a child embroidered towels. They served as a talisman and helped during childbirth. After the baby was born, the towel was kept.
The holiday falls on the Nativity Fast, therefore, according to custom, it was customary for all pregnant women to be treated to Lenten porridge. It is believed that such a dish will protect against diseases that are especially dangerous during the fruiting period.
Also on St. Anastasia's day, many women who were worried about illnesses and illnesses visited healers. Pregnant girls were especially worried. There is a popular belief that treatment with spells, herbs and tinctures has the most beneficial effect during the holiday.
On the name day, active preparations for the Nativity of Christ took place. Believers had already begun to stock up on food and treats for the table.
January 4 also marks the days of the angel of such patron saints as Theodore Poroikov, Theodore the Patron Saint, Dimitri Kiranov.
Where are the relics of the saint
In the fourth century, on the territory of Rome, near the Palatine Hill, the temple of Anastasia the Pattern Maker was built, which has survived to this day. The traditional service of the Pope took place here. The second Christmas mass was dedicated to this saint. It is called the "Dawn Mass".
Towards the end of the fifth century, the transfer of the relics of Anastasia the Pattern Maker took place. Previously they were in Sirmium, and then they were stored in Constantinople. These relics were divided into particles that ended up in different parts of Europe. In the ninth century, Bishop Donatus of Zadar received them as a gift from Emperor Nikephoros I. They went to the Croatian city of Zadar, where they were kept in the Cathedral of Anastasia the Pattern Maker. In addition, particles of her relics are located in the Bavarian city of Benediktbeuern, where the monastery is located, in Rome and on Mount Athos.
The venerable head of the saint was kidnapped from a mountain monastery in Chalkidiki in 2012. This peninsula is located next to Thessaloniki (Thessaloniki).
