Luke of Steiris

Who is Luke of Steiris?

Luke of Steiris, Luke Thaumaturgus, Luke the Younger, Luke of Hellas, or Luke the Wonder-worker was a Byzantine saint of the tenth century AD who lived in the themes of Hellas and Peloponnese in Greece. His relics are preserved in his monastery of Hosios Loukas. The principal source for Luke's life is an anonymous Life written by a monk of Hosios Loukas who had been one of Luke's followers. His feast day is commemorated on February 7, and the translation of his relics on May 3. He was one of the earliest saints to be seen levitating in prayer.