Martyr John the New, a merchant, was betrayed by a jealous colleague and arrested in Cetatea Alba. Scorned for his faith by the city's governor, he refused to renounce #Christ, enduring brutal torture: flogging, stoning, and being dragged behind a horse. Unyielding, he was beheaded. His relics, emitting a sweet fragrance, performed miracles, offering healing and solace.

Holy Martyr John, intercede for us! #Saints #OrthodoxChristian #Prayer #Martyr #Faith