Martyr John, a merchant known for his honesty, faced the wrath of a Tartar official in Cetatea Albă. Refusing to renounce his #ChristianFaith for earthly gain, he endured brutal tortures. Despite being dragged behind a horse, his faith never wavered. Beheaded for his unwavering belief, his body remained incorrupt, a testament to his sanctity.

O, Holy Martyr John, intercede for us before God, that we may also find strength in our trials and remain steadfast in our devotion.

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