Saint Sabbas, also known as Saint Sabas, was a Christian monk born in 439 AD in Cappadocia, present-day Turkey. He is best known for founding the Great Laura of Saint Sabbas, a monastic community near Jerusalem. His life was dedicated to asceticism and prayer, and he played a significant role in the development of monasticism in the region. Sabbas is celebrated for his strict adherence to the monastic rule and his efforts to promote a communal lifestyle among monks. He is also recognized for his contributions to the Eastern Orthodox Church and is commemorated on December 5 in the liturgical calendar.