Wednesday, September 2, 2020

"O all-famed Soldier, light of the world and the adornment of the Church..."

St. Mamas the Great Martyr (source)
  
You gave up your soul to the Redeemer, and willingly hastened to Him, having been adorned with radiance and comeliness through your holy struggles and wondrous feats, O all-famed Soldier, light of the world and the adornment of the Church.

You came to dwell together with the Angels in the angelic mansions, and together with them, you harmoniously chant the sacred hymn of praise to the all-glorious Trinity, O Mamas, beholding and having been intoxicated by His glory, having been arrayed in dispassion.

As one having boldness before God, surround those who are celebrating your divine feast, O Martyr, and who honor your sacred and holy struggle, and who praise you in truth. Remember them, O all-blessed one, and deliver us from the dizziness of life, and dangers and temptations.
-Hymns from the 9th Ode of the Canon to St. Mamas the Great Martyr
  
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St. Mamas the Great Martyr (source)
  
Through the prayers of our Holy Fathers, Lord Jesus Christ our God, have mercy on us and save us! Amen!

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