Philologus of Sinope

Philologus of Sinope (Greek: Φιλόλογος ό Σινώπιος) is numbered among the Seventy Disciples, and is commemorated with them on January 4. He is also commemorated on November 5 together with Ss. Patrobas, Hermas, Linus, and Gaius.

Patrobulus, Hermas, Linus, Caius, Philologus of 70 disciples (Menologion of Basil II)

He was the father of Marcion of Sinope, founder of Marcionism.^[1]

Hymns

Troparion (Tone 3)^[2]

Holy apostle Philologus of the Seventy;

Entreat the merciful;

To grant our souls forgiveness of transgressions.

Kontakion (Tone 4)^[2]

The Church ever sees you as a shining star, O apostle Philologus,

Your miracles have manifested great enlightenment.

Therefore we cry out to Christ:

"Save those who with faith honor Your apostle, O Most Merciful One."