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70 rufus of thebes
Rufus of Thebes (also Roufos) is numbered among the Seventy Disciples. He was bishop of Thebes in Greece, and is referenced in Romans 16:13. His feast day is April 8.
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Hymns
Troparion (Tone 1) [1]
Let us praise in hymns the six–fold choir of Apostles:Herodion and Agabus,Rufus, Asyncritus, Phlegon and holy Hermes.They ever entreat the Trinity for our souls!Kontakion (Tone 2)
You became the disciples of ChristAnd all-holy Apostles,O glorious Herodion, Agabus and Rufus,Asyncritus, Phlegon and Hermes.Ever entreat the LordTo grant forgiveness of transgressionsTo us who sing your praises.Kontakion (Tone 4)
Like stars, O holy Apostles,You illumine the way of the faithful with the light of the Holy Spirit.You dispel the darkness of error as you gaze on God the Word!References
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