Commemoration
Blessed Nicholas, Fool for Christ of Novgorod
July 27 Old CalendarAugust 9 New Calendar
Life
Nicholas was the son of wealthy parents. He abandoned his riches and as a fool for Christ ran through the streets, and through his foolishness taught the people. His companion in the same ascetic feat was the Blessed Theodore. Once, running before the people, they both crossed the river upon the surface of the water. He reposed in the Lord in the year 1392.
From the Prologue from Ochrid by St. Nikolai Velimirovich, July 27. Translated by Marcian Sakarya, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Also commemorated on July 27
The full reading for July 27 includes the hymn of praise, a reflection, a contemplation and a homily.
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