Blessed Theophania, born in Tsargrad of royal lineage, was the daughter of Constantine and Anna, who prayed for children for a long time. By their prayers, Theophania was born, and from an early age, she was taught virtues. Tsar Basil the Macedonian chose her as a wife for his son Leo the Wise, and the marriage was concluded with great joy.
However, soon a conflict arose between the father and son due to the slander of the sorcerer Theodor Santavarin, who convinced the tsar that Leo was plotting to kill him. As a result, Leo and Theophania were imprisoned for three years, where they prayed and fasted, maintaining their innocence.
Tsar Basil, learning of his son's innocence through the advice of the courtiers, freed Leo and restored him to his rights. After Basil's death, Leo became tsar and punished the sorcerer by sending him into confinement.
Theophania, becoming queen, continued to live in humility and piety, distributing wealth to the poor and caring for orphans. She led an ascetic life, eating simple foods and spending time in prayers. Sensing her end, she gathered her loved ones for farewell and, leaving earthly life, appeared before God adorned with virtues.
Tsar Leo, honoring her sanctity, wished to build a temple in her honor, but Theophania forbade this, and the temple was renamed in honor of all saints. Her memory is celebrated together with all the saints, to the glory of God.
