Sveti Simeon Stolpnik

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Sveti Simeon Stolpnik, revered as the first stylite in Christianity, lived for 103 years and passed away in September 459 AD. Known for his miraculous powers, his relics are housed in a church in Antioch, Turkey. He is particularly honored among farmers and agricultural workers, as he is believed to protect crops from evil. His feast day, celebrated on September 14, coincides with the Church New Year in some Orthodox communities that follow the Julian calendar. This day is marked by traditions such as bringing seeds to church for blessing, symbolizing the hope for a fruitful harvest.