St. Theodore of Amasea, also called Theodore Tyro. Soldier saint, martyred in 306. After refusing a court order to sacrifice to the gods, St. Theodore was released for a time of reflection--and burnt a pagan temple.

Brief summary of the martyrdom of St. Theodore Tyro.

Hagiography of St. Theodore.

With a lengthy introduction. The preformatted line length can make this hard to read.

St. Theodore Tyro is also called St. Theodore of Euchaita. Includes ikons, bibliography, and a translation of The Passion of St. Theodore the Recruit.