The Achatist Hymn of the Holy Orthodox Eastern Church

by William John Birkbeck

The Acathist Hymn is partly read and partly sung, all standing, none sitting (hence called ο ακάθιστος ύμνος), on the Saturday of the fifth week in Lent, immediately before the receiving of the holy Sacraments. It is also said, in part, on the previous Saturdays in Lent, to say nothing of its use in private. It was recited in honour of the repulse of the Saracens or Hagarenes...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1710266236
• ISBN13: 9781710266238
• Release Date: November 2019
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 72 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 5.0" x 8.0"