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New Martyr · 17th century

New Martyr Anastasius of Nafplion

Also known as Anastasios of Nafplio

A Greek Christian of Nafplion who, pressured to deny Christ under Ottoman rule, confessed the faith and was martyred in 1655. He is venerated among the New Martyrs.

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Martyred at Nafplion in 1655 under Ottoman rule. Locally venerated; principal attestation is Greek-tradition (Sanidopoulos) rather than the OCA spine. NEEDS CLERGY/SOURCE REVIEW.

Sources: J. Sanidopoulos, johnsanidopoulos.com (Feb 1); GOARCH calendar