In Syrian Orthodox Church, saints come next ot Our lady in the matter of veneration and intercession, Saints are remembered in all canonical prayers except those of the holy Passion week and the daily prayers of the ninth hour. In the holy Eucharist also they are remembered all importan occasions of worship and Scaraments. As in the case of our Lady, they too are praised, blessed and given peace (slomo)

In the early centuries of Christianity, upto a certain stage saints were canonized,  but later canonization was stopped to avaid controversise and disputes. Since that many have been  recognized as saints and martyrs in different parts of the world as per local approval of consensus. Many Men and women have been wonder-workers while alive as seen in the Old and New Testament and history books. They have conitnued to work wonders even after they died in flesh. Many lame and sic person who have interceded at the tombs of such saints have become whole. It may look silly to start enumerating such instances. There have been instances enough to convince us that though they are dead they are quick.

If it is reasonable to request a living saint's intercession, there is nothing illogical in requesting the same when he is free from the bonds of flesh, especially when we have proof enough to believe that departed saints are still awake and quick. Therefore the Syrian Orthodox celebrate the memorials of saints and martyrs, venerate them and intercede to them. Some of the memories are big festivals in certain Churches of Kerala.