Saint martyr Jacob, originally from Persia, was raised by Christian parents and, having become the steward of the palace of King Izdegerd, fell into idolatry. His mother and wife, learning of this, wrote him a letter urging him to return to Christ. Moved by their words, Jacob began to repent and decided to turn to God.
King Varahran, learning of his conversion, summoned Jacob and, hearing his confession, ordered him to be subjected to cruel tortures. The saint, steadfastly enduring the sufferings, praised God with each severed member of his body, expressing his faith and hope for eternal life.
After long torments, when all his limbs had been cut off, Saint Jacob, praying, surrendered his soul to God. His body, shattered into pieces, was buried by the faithful, who glorified the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit.
