Saint martyr Platon, the brother of Saint martyr Antiochus, came from the city of Ancyra in Galatia. He was raised in piety and, being young, boldly preached Christ to the pagans. For this, he was arrested and brought to trial before the governor Agrippinus, who tried to force him to renounce his faith.
Platon, not yielding to threats, asserted that he served the One True God and was ready to endure suffering for Christ. He was subjected to cruel tortures, but he remained steadfast and did not lose his faith. Even after long sufferings, his body remained unharmed, which astonished those present.
Agrippinus, unable to break his spirit, condemned the saint to be beheaded. Before his death, Platon prayed, thanked the Lord for the strength, and asked to receive his soul. He was beheaded, completing his martyrdom and attaining eternal life with Christ.
After his death, many, turning to him in prayer, received help. A church was built in his honor in Constantinople, and his memory is venerated by the Church.
