Chapter One: The mystery or essence of the liturgy
Introduction We do not mean liturgy as a ritual, but rather the liturgy that is beyond the rituals. Rituals, as a collection of different and diverse human movements, are a precious heritage […]
Introduction We do not mean liturgy as a ritual, but rather the liturgy that is beyond the rituals. Rituals, as a collection of different and diverse human movements, are a precious heritage […]
Introduction These pages are not a new translation of the Divine Liturgy service written by Saint John Chrysostom. Nor is it a study for this service
The “Lord’s Prayer” (Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be your name...), as called for the first time by Saint Cyprian of Carthage (+258), is considered one of the most important prayers.
Our Father who art in heaven The phrase “Our Father who art in heaven” does not mean that God does not exist on earth, or as we say.