Agapetus of the Kyiv Caves
Agapetus of the Kyiv Caves, or Agapetus of Pechersk (Russian: Агапит Печерский, Ukrainian: Агапіт Печерський; born ?? – died 1095), was an Orthodox Christian saint and doctor, as well as a monk in Kyiv Pechersk Lavra. He was born in Kyiv and was taught and admitted to monastic vows by Saint Anthony of Kiev. Agapetus famously provided free medical services for poor people. He also healed grand prince Vladimir II Monomakh.
Agapetus of the Kyiv Caves | |
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Forensic facial reconstruction by S.A. Nikitin (1986) | |
| Born | Kyiv |
| Died | 1 June 1095 |
| Venerated in | Orthodox Christianity, Catholic Church |
| Feast | 14 June (1 June by Julian calendar), 28 September |
Several churches in Ukraine and Russia bear his name. His relics are stored in the Near Caves of Kyiv Pechersk Lavra.
The day of Saint Agapetus of Pechersk is observed by Orthodox Churches on 14 June (1 June by Julian calendar), 28 September (commemoration of Kyiv Pechersk Lavra Near Caves venerable saints), and 1 June by Catholic Christians.