Saint martyr Savin was born in the city of Hermopolis in Egypt, where he was a well-known and respected chief. During the persecutions of Christians under the reign of Emperor Diocletian, he left his home and wealth, hiding in a remote village with other Christians, spending days and nights in fasting and prayer.
The pagans sought him but could not find him. One beggar, who received help from Savin, betrayed him for money, revealing his whereabouts. The pagans surrounded the house, captured Savin and the other Christians, bound them, and brought them to trial before the governor Arius.
At the trial, Savin was repeatedly forced to offer sacrifices to the idols, but he steadfastly confessed Christ. For this, he endured cruel tortures: he was tormented with iron and burned with fire. In the end, the saint was drowned in the Nile River.
Thus, he completed his feat and departed to the Feat-Bearer Christ, receiving the crown of victory. Along with him, six other Christians were also tortured, who were likewise rewarded with glory in heaven.
