November 9 (Eastern Orthodox liturgics)

In the Eastern Orthodox liturgical calendar, November 9 is a day with several commemorations, varying according to the particular local church and tradition. The following are generally included:

• Commemoration of the Dedication of the Church of Saint George at Lydda. This event is celebrated on this day. The church itself is traditionally believed to be built over the tomb of St. George the Great Martyr.

• The Holy Martyr Onesiphoros and Porphyrius. They are commemorated on this date.

It's important to note that within the Eastern Orthodox Church, there are two calendar traditions: the Old Calendar (Julian Calendar) and the New Calendar (Revised Julian Calendar). Churches that follow the New Calendar will celebrate these commemorations on November 9th of the Gregorian calendar. Churches that follow the Old Calendar will celebrate them on November 9th of the Julian calendar, which corresponds to November 22nd on the Gregorian calendar. Therefore, when referencing liturgical commemorations, it's crucial to specify which calendar is being used.