This name is rare these days, but nevertheless, in church practice it is considered common. Having decided to name their son Timosha, parents will not worry that he will not have a name day. Let's remember all the dates, and of course, the lives of the saints who are considered the spiritual patrons of the bearer of this name.
Since there are many patron saints of this name, and a person should have one angel day, choose the date that falls on Timothy’s birthday, or the one closest to it on the calendar.
- On December 11 (or November 28 according to the old style) Christians venerate the Hieromartyr Timothy, bishop. By the way, if you don’t know, “martyr” means: a person accepted martyrdom or death while in church rank.
- January 1 (or December 19): Moorish Hieromartyr, who served as a deacon in the 4th century.
- January 17 (or 4): Hieromartyr Timothy, Bishop of Ephesus, apostle of the 70 (you can watch the report video about him, which you will find at the end of this article).
- February 4 (or January 22): the day of remembrance of the same saint who is prayed to on January 17.
- February 6 (or January 24): Timothy of Sicily, venerable martyr (this church rank means: a person was tortured or killed during monasticism).
- February 14 (or 1): While Catholics celebrate Saint's Day (a holiday more secular than ecclesiastical), Orthodox Christians celebrate the day of Timothy the Confessor, Venerable. This rank indicates that during his lifetime the saint took monastic vows.
- February 26 (or 13): Patriarch of Alexandria Timothy, saint (the last word means that during his lifetime the saint was in a high church rank).
- March 6 (or February 21): Timothy in Symbolech, venerable hermit, also known as Olympian.
- March 12 (or February 27): Timothy of Caesarea, Rev.
- March 28 (14): Timolaus of Palestine, also known as Timothy of Caesarea, martyr.
- April 29 (or 16): Timothy, the righteous.
- May 16 (or 3): reader Timothy of Thebaid, martyr (his name is venerated together with his wife Mavra).
- June 2 (or old May 20): Dovmont (baptized Timofey), noble prince of Pskov, late 13th century. Only the Russian saint is not revered in Western countries.
- June 23 (or 10): Timothy of Prussia (mid-4th century), martyr, bishop.
- June 25 (or 12): Timothy of Thebaid, Rev.
- August 14 (or 1): Timothy Prokonessky, saint (converted or strengthened many people in the faith), bishop.
- September 1 (or 19, if according to the old one) August: Timothy of Palestine, martyr, early 4th century. His name is remembered along with others: Agapia, Thekla.
- September 2 (or August 20): Timothy of Philippolis or Thrace, martyr.
- November 11 (or October 29): Timothy of Athos or Esphigmensky, Rev.
- November 18 (or 5): on this day the same saint is venerated as on November 11.
- November 22 (or 9): Timofey Kucherov (1871-1937), new martyr, was shot by the NKV dists near Moscow.
Church form of the name - origin
In the church calendar it is written in the same way as in secular documents.
From Greek "timotheos" - "a person who worships God."
The name came to the territory of our country during the period of princely Rus', during the years of the baptism of our ancestors. At first it was only Byzantine, but later it also became Russian, when we had our own Saint Timothy - the Pskov prince, a martyr who suffered for his faith.
What is the fate and character of the bearer of this name?
Character strengths: love of life, activity, positive outlook on life. This is a calm person who does not remember any grudges.
Weaknesses: he can be henpecked, both in childhood (he listens to his mother) and in adulthood (Timoshi’s girlfriend or wife replaces his mother). Sometimes he gets used to the role of a quiet person so much that he cannot adequately react to an insult. He is courteous with women, but does not respect them (which is why his own wife often turns out to be unhappy, even unsatisfied in sex).
- Childhood. This is a cheerful child who never sits still - a real fidget, forcing those around him to burst into laughter at his antics. Very curious. Often he is friends not with peers, but with older guys.
- Youth. At school, the guy cannot be called diligent, but he catches knowledge on the fly, thanks to which he studies well. He has a hundred friends, in whose company Tema loves to have fun. However, almost everyone in his party is girls who adore the guy’s pretty appearance and gentle disposition.
- Mature years. This man dreams of “making his way” in life, and for this he is ready to work for a long time in a position he doesn’t like. It will be great if he takes a girl from his own circle, since a different upbringing of the chosen one could ruin Timofey’s marriage. It is also important that he and his beloved have a lot in common (friends, hobbies, and, if possible, work).
It is believed that the ideal pair for the bearer of the name would be, or. And with women like, or marriage will be like continuous trials.
The most famous saints bearing this name
- Martyrs Timothy and Mavra. The young people got married just 20 days before the martyrdom. During the persecution of Christians at the end of the 3rd century, they were forced to sacrifice to the pagan gods, but they refused. In addition, Timothy, being a church reader, did not give away his sacred books. He did not flinch even during the torment. The Romans persuaded his wife Mavra to dress up and beg her husband to renounce the faith. Timothy shamed the woman by reminding her that she did not need to fear his death, since the Lord had prepared eternal life for them. Then Mavra renounced her wealth and loudly recognized herself as a Christian. The martyrs were crucified on crosses.
- Martyr Timothy of Sicily (suffered for the faith along with Agapius and their teacher Babyla). In Sicily they converted many pagans to the true faith. They were tortured for a long time and then executed. Their bodies were thrown into the fire, but the flames did not touch them. Sicilian Christians found their bodies and buried them.
- Prince Timofey (Dovmont), Pskov prince (1266-1299). He defended his city from the Germans and Lithuanians, made it independent from Novgorod. The Russian Orthodox Church considers him a saint after the Batory invasion.
And about Saint Timothy, the saint, Bishop of Ephesus, apostle of the 70 and hieromartyr, disciple of the Apostle Paul (it was to him that the holy Apostle addressed in his “Epistle to Timothy”), you can hear in this short video:
The name Timofey has ancient Greek roots. Translated into Russian, it means “who worships God.” In Rus' it became widespread after the adoption of Christianity. The Christian martyr Timothy, Prince of Pskov, is considered the patron saint of all bearers of the name. He strictly defended the Orthodox faith, for which he suffered oppression and was canonized.
Name day celebration dates
Timofey celebrates his name day several times a year.
- On January 1, the Orthodox calendar honors the martyr Timothy, a deacon.
- January 17, February 4 - the day of the Apostle Timothy.
- They honor the memory of the martyr Timothy of Sicily.
- February 14 is the day of remembrance of St. Timothy the Confessor.
- On February 26, according to the Orthodox calendar, they celebrate the feast of St. Timothy, Patriarch of Alexandria.
- honor the memory of St. Timothy of Caesarea.
- April 29 is the day of the righteous Timothy.
- June 2 is the real name day in honor of Timothy, who received the name at Baptism.
- On June 23, Orthodoxy honors the memory of the Hieromartyr Timothy, Bishop of Prussia.
- August 14 is the feast day of St. Timothy, Bishop of Prokoness.
This is how many days a year Timofey can celebrate his name day. According to the Orthodox calendar, there are several more dates that remind of holy personalities with a similar name.
The influence of a name on character
Almost all Timofeys are distinguished by excessive sensitivity and receptivity. They are constantly tense. Timothys are very inquisitive and show interest in many things. Timothy is easily wounded, but he will never take revenge for it. True, it is very difficult for him to forgive grievances; it is easier to forget about what happened. Rather, he will simply stop communicating with the offender. Friends should choose their words carefully when communicating with Timothy. He will not tolerate even the most harmless ridicule directed at him. Parents should also be on guard with their son. He reacts heavily to any disagreements. But for those who respect him, Timofey is ready to help limitlessly. As a rule, Timofey often gets sick in childhood, especially with ENT diseases.
Timothy takes apprenticeship well. He enjoys going to school and has no problems with his studies. He is distinguished by obedience, perseverance, and good memory. He is best at exact sciences, especially physics and mathematics. Humanities subjects present some difficulties. Timofeev should always be praised. Recognition from their classmates is also very important to them. Timofey loves attention. Name day, he celebrates with special joy. He especially loves going to the circus and theatrical performances.
Winter Timothys prefer sports. Due to their stubborn nature, they achieve good results in this area.
How to communicate with Timofey correctly?
Timofeevs need to be raised correctly from early childhood. Life situations also shape his character. If Timofey’s pride was severely damaged, then he will remember the insult for a long time, and this may affect his future communication with people. But this is a fairly rare case. Most often, Timofey’s poise helps him to calmly endure conflict situations without plunging into them. He will quickly forget about the conflict, turning his attention to more pleasant communication with close people. Balanced Timofey always behaves reservedly in unfamiliar company, but among relatives and friends he is quite open. He is especially frank during personal, emotional conversations. Timofey prefers to celebrate his name day exclusively with close people.
Energy name
The name Timofey means calmness, moderation, but at the same time mobility and independence. Since the name is quite rare, it immediately affects the ear and even has a psychological impact. The emotional fluctuations inherent in the name are transferred to its owner. As a rule, Timothy can have fun, be in thoughtful solitude, and show indignation. But in public, Timofeys try not to reveal their inner world. Nevertheless, they love increased attention to their person, but more often they achieve it by simply going into the shadows.
This name is rare these days, but nevertheless, in church practice it is considered common. Having decided to name their son Timosha, parents will not worry that he will not have a name day. Let's remember all the dates, and of course, the lives of the saints who are considered the spiritual patrons of the bearer of this name.
When to raise a glass to Tema's health?
Since there are many patron saints of this name, and a person should have one angel day, choose the date that falls on Timothy’s birthday, or the one closest to it on the calendar.
- On December 11 (or November 28 according to the old style) Christians venerate the Hieromartyr Timothy, bishop. By the way, if you don’t know, “martyr” means: a person accepted martyrdom or death while in church rank.
- January 1 (or December 19): Hieromartyr Timothy of Mauritania, who served as a deacon in the 4th century.
- January 17 (or 4): Hieromartyr Timothy, Bishop of Ephesus, apostle of the 70 (you can watch the report video about him, which you will find at the end of this article).
- February 4 (or January 22): the day of remembrance of the same saint who is prayed to on January 17.
- February 6 (or January 24): Timothy of Sicily, venerable martyr (this church rank means: a person was tortured or killed during monasticism).
- February 14 (or 1): While Catholics celebrate St. Valentine's Day (a holiday more secular than ecclesiastical), Orthodox Christians celebrate the day of Timothy the Confessor, Venerable. This rank indicates that during his lifetime the saint took monastic vows.
- February 26 (or 13): Patriarch of Alexandria Timothy, saint (the last word means that during his lifetime the saint was in a high church rank).
- March 6 (or February 21): Timothy in Symbolech, venerable hermit, also known as Olympian.
- March 12 (or February 27): Timothy of Caesarea, Rev.
- March 28 (14): Timolaus of Palestine, also known as Timothy of Caesarea, martyr.
- April 29 (or 16): Timothy, the righteous.
- May 16 (or 3): reader Timothy of Thebaid, martyr (his name is venerated together with his wife Mavra).
- June 2 (or old May 20): Dovmont (baptized Timofey), noble prince of Pskov, late 13th century. Only the Russian saint is not revered in Western countries.
- June 23 (or 10): Timothy of Prussia (mid-4th century), martyr, bishop.
- June 25 (or 12): Timothy of Thebaid, Rev.
- August 14 (or 1): Timothy Prokonessky, saint (converted or strengthened many people in the faith), bishop.
- September 1 (or 19, if according to the old one) August: Timothy of Palestine, martyr, early 4th century. His name is remembered along with others: Agapia, Thekla.
- September 2 (or August 20): Timothy of Philippolis or Thrace, martyr.
- November 11 (or October 29): Timothy of Athos or Esphigmensky, Rev.
- November 18 (or 5): on this day the same saint is venerated as on November 11.
- November 22 (or 9): Timofey Kucherov (1871-1937), new martyr, was shot by the NKV dists near Moscow.
Church form of the name - origin
In the church calendar it is written in the same way as in secular documents.
From Greek "timotheos" - "a person who worships God."
The name came to the territory of our country during the period of princely Rus', during the years of the baptism of our ancestors. At first it was only Byzantine, but later it also became Russian, when we had our own Saint Timothy - the Pskov prince, a martyr who suffered for his faith.
What is the fate and character of the bearer of this name?
Character strengths: love of life, activity, positive outlook on life. This is a calm person who does not remember any grudges.
Weaknesses: he can be henpecked, both in childhood (he listens to his mother) and in adulthood (Timoshi’s girlfriend or wife replaces his mother). Sometimes he gets used to the role of a quiet person so much that he cannot adequately react to an insult. He is courteous with women, but does not respect them (which is why his own wife often turns out to be unhappy, even unsatisfied in sex).
- Childhood. This is a cheerful child who never sits still - a real fidget, forcing those around him to burst into laughter at his antics. Very curious. Often he is friends not with peers, but with older guys.
- Youth. At school, the guy cannot be called diligent, but he catches knowledge on the fly, thanks to which he studies well. He has a hundred friends, in whose company Tema loves to have fun. However, almost everyone in his party is girls who adore the guy’s pretty appearance and gentle disposition.
- Mature years. This man dreams of “making his way” in life, and for this he is ready to work for a long time in a position he doesn’t like. It will be great if he takes a girl from his own circle, since a different upbringing of the chosen one could ruin Timofey’s marriage. It is also important that he and his beloved have a lot in common (friends, hobbies, and, if possible, work).
It is believed that the ideal couple for the bearer of the name would be Elena, Natalya, Marianna or Svetlana. And with women like Olga, Evdokia or Marina, marriage will look like continuous trials.
The most famous saints bearing this name
- Martyrs Timothy and Mavra. The young people got married just 20 days before the martyrdom. During the persecution of Christians at the end of the 3rd century, they were forced to sacrifice to the pagan gods, but they refused. In addition, Timothy, being a church reader, did not give away his sacred books. He did not flinch even during the torment. The Romans persuaded his wife Mavra to dress up and beg her husband to renounce the faith. Timothy shamed the woman by reminding her that she did not need to fear his death, since the Lord had prepared eternal life for them. Then Mavra renounced her wealth and loudly recognized herself as a Christian. The martyrs were crucified on crosses.
- Martyr Timothy of Sicily (suffered for the faith along with Agapius and their teacher Babyla). In Sicily they converted many pagans to the true faith. They were tortured for a long time and then executed. Their bodies were thrown into the fire, but the flames did not touch them. Sicilian Christians found their bodies and buried them.
- Prince Timofey (Dovmont), Pskov prince (1266-1299). He defended his city from the Germans and Lithuanians, made it independent from Novgorod. The Russian Orthodox Church considers him a saint after the Batory invasion.
And about Saint Timothy, the saint, Bishop of Ephesus, apostle of the 70 and hieromartyr, disciple of the Apostle Paul (it was to him that the holy Apostle addressed in his “Epistle to Timothy”), you can hear in this short video:
When is Timothy's name day according to the church calendar?: January 17, February 4 – Timothy, apostle from 70, Bishop of Ephesus, hieromartyr, disciple of the Apostle Paul; June 23 – Timothy of Prussia, bishop, martyr; May 16 – Timothy of Thebaid, reader, martyr.
Characteristics of the birthday boy Timofey:
Il of the ancient Greek language - worshiping God, fearing God. In the West the name appears in the form Timotheus, Timothy.
The positive energy of the name Timofey bestows the bearer with a good-natured disposition and cheerfulness. At first glance, Timofey may even seem frivolous. But this is by no means true - in fact, he is a very responsible and conscientious person. All his positive qualities make Timofey pleasant to people; he will be the soul of society in any company. Timofey is a reliable friend and gallant gentleman, so he is not deprived of female attention. In his youth, he has many affairs, but a man with that name takes creating a family very seriously and marries only for love when he realizes that he has met her - the one and only. In marriage, Timofey becomes a reliable support and protection: he strives for peace and harmony in the family, he is ready to solve all the serious problems that life presents. She loves children and devotes a lot of time to them.
Congratulations on Timofey's name day:
Don't forget to celebrate Tatiana's name day and congratulate Tatiana on her angel's day.
Tima, Timochka, Timosha!
The guy is nice and good!
On your happy birthday
There will be laughter and congratulations!
Tima, Tima, Timofey!
Pour everyone a glass!
To fairy fairies
We arrived to Timofey!
To be surrounded by care,
All wishes were fulfilled!
Tima, Tima, Timofey!
Smile, sing and drink!
Your wonderful birthday
Cheers up!
We wish: "Don't be bored!
Invite me to visit more often!”
Let this day not be a noisy holiday,
Not a red day on the calendar,
But he is happy and wonderful -
Your Angel walks the earth...
And we sincerely congratulate you
Have a wonderful day to you, Timofey
And we wish you from the bottom of our hearts
Health and joy in everything!
It doesn’t matter to us how many years and winters pass,
In any year, in any century,
We will say with confidence that our Timofey
The most dear person to us.
He is beautiful in appearance, he is kind, smart,
At least, if not more
And no matter how much time passes,
May he remain the same!
