Pistus

Saints named Pistus

• PEMartyr Pistus of EdessaAugust 21Christian of Edessa, martyred for the faith of Christ.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Pistus?

The name day of Pistus is August 21, the feast of Martyr Pistus of Edessa.

II.Which saints bore the name Pistus?

The Sinaxarion archive holds 1 saints named Pistus, with their lives and icons.

III.Is Pistus a good baptismal name?

Yes. Pistus is the name of a saint of the Orthodox Church, so the child will have Martyr Pistus of Edessa as patron.