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One More Example (for now) of the Literary Coinciding with Devotion
Here is another example of the literary coinciding with spirituality: Come, let us drink, not miraculous water drawn forth from a barren stone, but a new vintage from the fount of incorruption, springing from the tomb of Christ. In Him … Continue reading
When Devotion and Literary Coincide
Here’s a snippet from a hymn sung in the Orthodox Church on Holy Friday (Good Friday). It’s good writing. The devotional and the literary can happen at the same time. Besides the meaning of the words, I also appreciate the … Continue reading
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Tagged compare and contrast, devotion, Good Friday, hymn, Juxtaposition, orthodox
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Morning Prayer of Metropolitan Philaret of Moscow
O Lord, grant me to greet the coming day in peace. Help me in all things to rely on Your Holy will. In every hour of the day reveal Your will to me. Bless my dealings with all who surround … Continue reading