# Commemoration of Saint Euphrosyne of Alexandria

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/commemoration-of-saint-euphrosyne-of-alexandria
> Updated: 2026-09-25T02:35:02.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Saint Euphrosyne of Alexandria, described as a ‘gem of Orthodoxy,’ was a 5th-century figure who transitioned from a wealthy upbringing in Alexandria to a monastic life. To pursue a life of chastity and avoid marriage, she disguised herself as a man and lived in a monastery for 38 years.

On September 25, the Bulgarian Orthodox Church commemorates the feast days of Saint Euphrosyne alongside Saint Sergius of Radonezh. This date serves as a name day for individuals named Sergey, Evfrosiniya, and Evrosina.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-25: Orthodox Church commemorates Saints Euphrosyne and Sergius

The Bulgarian Orthodox Church celebrates the feast days of Saint Euphrosyne of Alexandria and Saint Sergius of Radonezh on September 25.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/orthodox-church-commemorates-saints-euphrosyne-and-sergius

### 2026-09-24: Saint Euphrosyne: The life of an Orthodox saint

An account of the life of Saint Euphrosyne, who transitioned from a wealthy life in Alexandria to monasticism by disguising herself as a man to pursue a life of devotion.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/saint-euphrosyne-the-life-of-an-orthodox-saint

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