Right-believing (Ruler) · 13th century
Saint Alexander Nevsky
Also known as Alexander, Prince of Novgorod · Schema-monk Alexis
A prince and military leader who defended Rus' and later received monastic tonsure before his death, venerated for courage and faith.
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Notes
Principal repose feast; the translation of his relics is commemorated Aug 30.
Sources: OCA Synaxarion (oca.org), Lives of the Saints