Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

This year is celebrated in:: 2024-02-08

The Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and his 1036 Companions marks their martyrdom 1551 years ago in the battle of Avarayr, fighting for the freedom of conscience and religion for the Armenian Nation. It was to be the first testimony of many to follow that the Armenians were a people who freely chose Christ, remained steadfast in their Christian faith, and would not betray that faith for any ransom. “Vartanants” as it is commonly called, is one of the most sacred feasts of the Armenian people.

In the Armenian Church, the Feast day of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions is also celebrated as the Naming Day of His Holiness Karekin II. To mark the occasion, at the conclusion of Divine Liturgy, a Pontifical Prayer is offered before the Holy Altar of Descent.

This feast has been and will be on the following dates

2021-02-11 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2022-02-24 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2023-02-16 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2024-02-08 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2025-02-27 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2026-02-12 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2027-02-04 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2028-02-24 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2029-02-08 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

2030-02-28 Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

Feast of St. Vartan the Captain and Companions

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