In 1821, during the Greek War of Independence, Gregory IV bravely sheltered revolutionaries in his Bucharest residence, defying Ottoman orders. When the Turks demanded he surrender them, he refused, asserting his duty to protect those seeking refuge. Ottoman soldiers stormed his residence, arresting and torturing him for his defiance. Despite immense pressure, he never betrayed those he protected. He was deposed and exiled, later dying in poverty.

Let us pray that #God strengthens those who stand for justice and protects the vulnerable, as Gregory IV did. May his courage inspire us to defend the oppressed and uphold righteousness in our own lives. Lord have mercy! #OrthodoxSaints #RomanianOrthodox #Courage #Faith #Martyr