Troparul Sf. M. Mc. | Dimitrie

: It references the story of the giant Lyaeus, a gladiator who boasted of his strength and mocked Christians. Through the prayers of Saint Demetrius, his young disciple Nestor was able to defeat the giant in the arena.

The text refers to the life and miracles of Saint Demetrius, specifically his patronage over those in danger and his role in the martyrdom of Saint Nestor: Troparul Sf. M. Mc. Dimitrie

"Mare apărător te-a aflat întru primejdii lumea, Purtătorule de chinuri, pe tine cel ce ai biruit pe păgâni. Deci, precum mândria lui Lie ai surpat şi la luptă îndrăzneţ ai făcut pe Nestor, aşa Sfinte Dimitrie, pe Hristos Dumnezeu roagă-L să ne dăruiască nouă mare milă." Key Themes and Symbols : It references the story of the giant