Bechianus

Saint Bechianus, also called Vehianos, is a saint of Cyprus, commemorated on 11 December (new style, in the Church of Cyprus) together with Saint Nomon. There are many opinions about his name and origin; the most widespread, from the writings of Saint Neophytos the Recluse, holds that his name was that of Saint Gennadios, Patriarch of Constantinople (commemorated on 17 November). Since from his falling asleep he has healed coughs, the nickname Bechianus, from the Greek word for cough, attached to him over time.

According to this source, Gennadios, in deep old age, left the patriarchal throne of his own will and decided to go to the Holy Mountain. Once he wished to visit the Holy Places. On his return he passed through Cyprus to meet the Venerable Hilarion. The ship left him with his disciple at Paphos and from there he set out on foot. In the evening he asked to spend the night at the first house, but the inhabitants refused him. His great age and the heavy winter pinned him at the door, and before dawn the saint gave up his spirit. Since then he has healed those who run to his intercession with reverence. The apolytikion calls Bechianus and Nomon the glory of Tamassos and the adornment of Cyprus, wonderworkers.