let us pray for the repose of her soul… The divine mercy of God, undefiled and abounding, is poured out upon mankind through Jesus Christ our Savior. This mercy flows forth especially upon the souls of those who have departed this life in the faith of Christ, either while yet sinners (1 Peter 4:6), or after they have been delivered from sin by the grace of regeneration (Tit 3:5). It “washes away” their sins and delivers them from condemnation to eternal death. To them does it give “power to become sons of God” (John 1:12) “even to as many as put their trust in Him” (Acts 2:16).
Since ancient times, Orthodox Christians have prayed for the dead. This is done to show others their faith in the resurrection, and hope that God will accept their repentance, who have committed sins while they were alive. There are a lot of prayers which express faith, hope and love of God, and confession. Discussed; Greek orthodox prayers for the dead, Why do orthodox pray for the dead.
Orthodox prayer for the dead
Prayer for the dead (προσευχή θανόντων) is a short prayer service performed by Orthodox Christians for those who have died in the faith, but are not yet ready to be judged. It is also often performed in churches when the faithful walk around and venerate the icons of saints. While ostensibly a prayer said on behalf of the deceased, it is understood by many as a form of intercession or commemoration (an action done on behalf of a person or group) that has no direct effect upon the state of the deceased qua deceased. Since the death of loved ones is never easy for any of us, we have to find solace in the comfort in knowing that we are not alone and people are there for us when we need them. The Orthodox church offers a prayer for all who are mourning as well as those who have passed away. Even when an Orthodox Christian dies, his soul does not forsake him. Rather, the departed’s soul remains with his body in this temporary grave world until the bodily resurrection at Christ’s coming. Because a dead person is still with us in spirit, those left behind pray and brethren to the deceased but they do not commune or intercede for the departed. They keep them in their memories and hold them in reverent love. The Orthodox Church has a long history of praying for the dead, and in this prayer, we ask God to forgive their sins and welcome them into His Kingdom.
O Lord Almighty, who hast established the resurrection of all flesh, who hast appointed St. Michael as the first angel to stand at the gate of Paradise; do Thou Thyself, O Master, open the gates of Paradise to our departed brethren and let them enter into Thy Kingdom by the prayers of our Holy Fathers. Grant us grace, O Lord God Almighty, that we may be accounted worthy to offer up to Thee an acceptable sacrifice for all our brethren who have fallen asleep in Christ Jesus, whether they have been laid to rest in peace or have endured afflictions and trials; through the prayers of our Holy Fathers. Accept, O Lord Jesus Christ our God these sacrifices offered in memory of all Thy servants who have gone before us with faith and are now lying asleep in Christ; grant them unto us with joy eternal; through the prayers of our Holy Fathers.
The Orthodox Church prays for the dead, believing that their souls need help to move on. The prayers are intended to provide comfort and guidance to those who have passed away, as well as peace and healing for the living. The prayers are said daily at certain times of the year and at other times by special request. In order to pray for a departed loved one, you can speak with your priest or contact your local church. You can also pray on your own or with other loved ones in attendance. The prayers typically involve asking God to forgive the person’s sins, give them rest and comfort in heaven, and guide their soul through purgatory into heaven when it is ready. The prayers may also include words of encouragement for those left behind who are grieving their lost loved one.
O Lord, our God, Who has made us worthy to have part in the service of His house and to offer prayers and praises before Thy holy glory; receive these prayers from our mouths which we lift up unto Thee for those departed in the hope of resurrection unto life eternal.
This prayer is a beautiful example of how to pray, and it’s a great place to start if you’re new to Orthodox practice. In the first line, we see that prayer is addressed as something important in religion: “O Lord, our God.” The second line shows us that God is addressed by three different titles: Lord (or “Kyrie Eleison”), Our God (“Kyrie Eleison”) and Thy Holy Glory (“Kyrie Eleison”). You’ll also notice two other words used frequently—Thou (“thee”) and Thou (“thou”). These are both forms of address for God; most often they’re used in prayers offered directly to Him by people who know Him personally (as opposed to priests who offer prayers on behalf of their congregations).
Remove the burden of their sins by Thy great mercy, through the intercessions of Thy most pure mother and of all Thy Saints.
When you pray for someone who has died, remember that sin separates us from God. Pray for them to be forgiven and to have their souls purified through the intercessions of the most pure Mother of God and all the saints. You can also ask them to pray for those left behind.
This prayer was written by a priest who passed away in 1975, but his legacy lives on through this beautiful prayer which continues to be used today.
Why do orthodox pray for the dead
Orthodox Christians pray for the dead. This belief is based on the Orthodox Christian understanding of the afterlife, which includes a temporary abode in hell, purgatory and heaven.
The reason why Orthodox Christians pray for the departed is because they have not yet reached their final destination. Prayers are offered to help them reach heaven faster, so they can enjoy eternal life with God.
Prayers For The Dead
Though prayers are not always answered, it’s important to know that an Orthodox Christian who prays for his loved one is doing so out of love and concern for his soul. He may also ask that he be remembered in the prayers of others, or that God forgive any sins committed during his lifetime.
In addition to praying for the dead person directly during services held at church, there are other ways to give thanks and honor those who have died:
Visiting the grave site with flowers or candles; lighting candles at home (or having others light them); saying prayers at home; fasting on Fridays; asking forgiveness from those whom we have wronged during their lifetimes; and visiting monasteries or churches where relics of saints are kept.
Greek orthodox prayers for the dead
Orthodox Christians believe that the dead go to be with God, but they do not pray for them because they are not able to hear us. Prayers for the dead are meant to help us help them on their journey.
As Orthodox Christians we believe that those who have died in a state of grace (meaning they were members of the church and received communion) have departed this life into a better place and that their souls rest in peace. We also believe that there are many types of death and every person is different based on their life choices and actions.
For example, if someone dies in an accident or by murder, then we don’t believe it is appropriate for us to pray for these people because they didn’t die from natural causes like old age or disease. However, if someone dies from natural causes, we would not say they went straight to heaven because we believe there has been some kind of judgment by God as to whether or not they should go straight to heaven or stay on earth until some sentence is fulfilled. For example, if someone committed suicide then we would not pray for them because they did not leave this earth in peace with God; instead they took matters into their own hands and decided when they wanted to die; therefore
Prayer is important within religion
Prayer is a significant part of any religion. When we pray, we bring our thoughts, feelings and wishes to God. Prayer is used for worship and meditation; it can be an act of faith or repentance. It can also be used as a means of communication with God.
Orthodox Christians believe that prayer for the dead is important because it shows them that they are remembered on earth as well as in heaven after death. The Church teaches that when a person dies their soul leaves this world but does not immediately enter into the next stage of life; instead it remains in their body until the funeral service (memorial) has taken place and then joins other departed souls in paradise or hell depending on what type of person they were during their lives here on earth
Service Of The Six Psalms
Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immortal, have mercy on us (3). Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
All holy Trinity, have mercy on us. Lord, forgive our sins. Master, pardon our transgressions. Holy One, visit and heal our infirmities for your names sake. Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
Our Father, who are in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
Lord, save your people and bless your inheritance. Grant victory to the Orthodox over their adversaries and guard your commonwealth with your cross. Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. You were lifted up upon the cross of your own will, Christ our God. Grant your mercy upon the new commonwealth that bears your name. In your strength make glad the Orthodox, giving them victory over their adversaries. May they have your alliance as a weapon of peace, and an invincible trophy. Now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
O awesome and ever present protection, do not overlook, O gracious one, our supplications. Most praised Theotokos, establish the Orthodox people, save those whom you have called to govern and grant them victory from above, for you have given birth to God, only blessed one.
Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will among all people (3).
Lord, open my lips and my mouth shall proclaim your praise (3).
Psalm 3
Lord, why have they multiplied who afflict me? Many rise up against me. Many say to my soul, there is no salvation for him in his God. But you, Lord, are my helper, my glory, and the one who lifts up my head. I cried to the Lord with my voice, and he heard me from his holy mountain. I lay down and slept. I awoke, for the Lord will help me. I will not be afraid of ten thousands of people who have set themselves against me all around. Arise, Lord, save me, my God. For you have struck all those who without cause are my enemies; you have broken the teeth of sinners. Salvation belongs to the Lord, and your blessing is upon your people.
Psalm 37 (38)
Lord, rebuke me not in your anger, nor chasten me in your wrath. For your arrows pierce me deeply, and your hand presses me down. There is no health in my flesh because of your anger, nor is there any health in my bones because of my sins. For my iniquities have risen higher than my head; like a heavy burden they have pressed heavily upon me. My wounds are foul and festering because of my foolishness. I am troubled and bowed down greatly; I go mourning all the day long. For my loins are filled with mockings, and there is no healing in my flesh. I am afflicted and exceedingly humbled; I have roared from the groaning of my heart. Lord, all my desire is before you; and my sighing is not hidden from you. My heart is troubled, and my strength has failed me; and the light of my eyes, it also has gone from me. My friends and my neighbors drew near me and stood against me. And my kinsmen stood afar off. Those who sought my soul used violence; those who sought evil for me spoke vain things and meditated deception all day long. But I became like a deaf man who does not hear; and I am like a mute who does not open his mouth. Thus I am like a man who does not hear, and in whose mouth there is no response. For in you, Lord, have I hope; you will hear me, Lord my God. For I said, never let my enemies rejoice over me, and when my feet are shaken, they magnify themselves against me. For I am ready for scourges, and my sorrow is continually before me. For I will declare my iniquity, and I will be in anguish over my sin. But my enemies live and become stronger than me. And those who hate me unjustly have multiplied. Those who render evil for good slandered me because I pursued goodness. Do not forsake me, Lord, my God, be not far from me. Make haste to help me, Lord of my salvation.
Psalm 62 (63)
O God, my God, early at dawn I rise to you. My soul thirsts for you; my flesh longs for you in a barren, untrodden and unwatered land. So I have appeared before you in the sanctuary to see your power and your glory. For your mercy is better than life; my lips shall praise you. Thus I shall bless you while I live, and I will lift up my hands in your name. Let my soul be filled with marrow and fatness, and my mouth shall praise you with joyful lips. When I remember you on my bed, I meditate on you at dawn. For you have become my helper; I shall rejoice in the shelter of your wings. My soul follows close behind you; your right hand has been quick to help me. But those who seek my life, to destroy it, shall go into the lower parts of the earth. They shall fall by the sword; they shall be a portion for jackals. But the king shall rejoice in God; everyone who swears by him shall be praised; but the mouths of those who speak lies shall be stopped. Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen. Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
Psalm 87 (88)
O Lord, God of my salvation, I have cried out day and night before you. Let my prayer come before you; incline your ear to my cry. For my soul is filled with evil, And my life draws near to Hades. I am counted with those who go down into the pit; I am like a man without help, adrift among the dead. Like the bodies of the slain who sleep in the grave, whom you remember no more, and who are cut off from your hand. They have laid me in the lowest pit, in darkness, and the shadow of death. Your wrath lies heavy upon me, and you have afflicted me with all your waves. You have made me an abomination to them; I am shut up, and I cannot get out; my eyes have grown weak from poverty. I have cried to you, Lord, the entire day. I have stretched out my hands to you. Will you work wonders for the dead? Or shall physicians raise them up so that they might thank you? Shall any in the grave speak of your mercy and your truth in the place of destruction? Shall your wonders be known in the dark, and your righteousness in the land of forgetfulness? But as for me, I have cried out to you, Lord, and in the morning my prayer shall come before you. Lord, why do you cast off my soul, and turn away from me? I am a poor man and in trouble. From my youth, having been exalted, I was humbled and brought to distress. Your fierce wrath has gone over me, and your terrors have sorely troubled me. They came around me all day long like water; they engulfed me altogether. You have put far away from me friend and neighbor, and my acquaintances because of my misery.
Psalm 102 (103)
Bless the Lord, my soul; and all that is within me, bless his holy name! Bless the Lord, my soul, and forget not all that he has done for you. He forgives all your iniquities. He heals all your infirmities. He redeems your life from corruption. He crowns you with mercy and compassion. He satisfies your desire with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagles. The Lord performs deeds of mercy, and justice for all who are wronged. He made known his ways to Moses, his acts to the children of Israel. The Lord is merciful and compassionate, slow to anger, and abounding in mercy. He will not always strive with us, nor will he keep his anger forever. He has not dealt with us according to our iniquities, nor has he rewarded us according to our sins. For as the heavens are high above the earth, so great is his mercy toward those who fear him; As far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our iniquities from us. As a father has compassion upon his son, so has the Lord compassion upon those who fear him. For he knows what we are made of, he remembers that we are dust. As for man, his days are like grass; as a flower of the field, so shall he blossom. For the wind passes over it, then it shall be gone. And its place remembers it no more. But the mercy of the Lord is from eternity to eternity upon those who fear him, and his righteousness is upon sons of sons, upon those who keep his covenant and remember to do his commandments. The Lord has established his throne in heaven, and his kingdom rules over all. Bless the Lord, all of his angels, who excel in strength, who do his word, heeding the voice of his word. Bless the Lord, all you his hosts, you ministers of his, who do his pleasure. Bless the Lord, all his works, in all places of his dominion. Bless the Lord, my soul.
Psalm 142 (143)
Lord, hear my prayer. In your truth, give ear to my supplications; in your righteousness, hear me. And enter not into judgment with your servant, for no one living is justified in your sight. For the enemy has pursued my soul; he has crushed my life to the ground; he has made me dwell in darkness, like those who have long been dead, and my spirit is overwhelmed within me; my heart within me is distressed. I remembered the days of old; I meditated on all your works; I pondered on the work of your hands. I spread out my hands to you; my soul longs for you like a thirsty land. Lord, hear me quickly; my spirit fails. Turn not your face away from me, lest I be like those who go down into the pit. Let me to hear your mercy in the morning, for in you I have put my trust. Lord, teach me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to you. Rescue me, Lord, from my enemies; to you have I fled for refuge. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Your good Spirit shall lead me on a level path; Lord, for your names sake, you shall preserve my life. In your righteousness, you shall bring my soul out of trouble, and in your mercy, you shall utterly destroy my enemies. And you shall destroy all those who afflict my soul, for I am your servant. Hear me, Lord, in your righteousness, And enter not into judgment with your servant (2). Your good Spirit shall lead me on a level path. Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen. Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. Glory to you, God (3). Lord, you are our hope, glory to you.
Small Compline
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
Glory to you, our God, glory to you.
Heavenly King, Comforter, the Spirit of truth who are present everywhere filling all things, Treasury of good things and Giver of life, come and dwell in us. Cleanse us of every stain, and save our souls, gracious Lord.
Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immortal, have mercy on us (3).
Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
All holy Trinity, have mercy on us. Lord, forgive our sins. Master, pardon our transgressions. Holy One, visit and heal our infirmities, for your names sake.
Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.
Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Now and forever and unto the ages of ages. Amen.
Our Father,
who are in heaven,
hallowed be your name.
Your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread;
and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and unto the ages of ages. Amen.
Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.
Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
Psalm 50 (51)
Have mercy upon me, O God, according to your great mercy; and according to the multitude of your compassion, blot out my transgression. Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin. For I acknowledge my iniquity, and my sin is ever before me. Against you, you only, have I sinned, and done evil in your sight, that you may be found just when you speak, and victorious when you are judged. For behold, I was conceived in iniquity, and in sin my mother bore me. For behold, you have loved truth; you have made known to me the secret and hidden things of your wisdom. You shall sprinkle me with hyssop, and I shall be made clean; you shall wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow. Make me to hear joy and gladness, that the afflicted bones may rejoice. Turn your face away from my sins, and blot out all my iniquities. Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Cast me not away from your presence, and take not your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and establish me with your governing Spirit. I shall teach transgressors your ways, and the ungodly shall turn back to you. Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, the God of my salvation, my tongue shall joyfully declare your righteousness. Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall declare your praise. For if you had desired sacrifice, I would give it; you do not delight in burnt offerings. A sacrifice to God is a broken spirit; God will not despise a broken and a humbled heart. Do good in your good pleasure to Sion; and let the walls of Jerusalem be built. Then you shall be pleased with a sacrifice of righteousness, with oblation and whole burnt offerings. Then they shall offer bulls on your altar.
Psalm 69 (70)
O God, be attentive to help me. Lord, make haste to help me. Let them be ashamed and confounded who seek my life. Let them be turned back and be ashamed who desire evil against me. Let them be turned back because of their shame, who say to me, Well done! Well done! Let all those who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; and let those who love your salvation say continually, Let God be magnified! But as for me, I am poor and needy; O God, help me! You are my help and my deliverer; Lord, do not delay.
Psalm 142 (143)
Lord, hear my prayer. In your truth, give ear to my supplications; in your righteousness, hear me. And enter not into judgment with your servant, for no one living is justified in your sight. For the enemy has pursued my soul; he has crushed my life to the ground; he has made me dwell in darkness, like those who have long been dead, and my spirit is overwhelmed within me; my heart within me is distressed. I remembered the days of old; I meditated on all your works; I pondered on the work of your hands. I spread out my hands to you; my soul longs for you like a thirsty land. Lord, hear me quickly; my spirit fails. Turn not your face away from me, lest I be like those who go down into the pit. Let me to hear your mercy in the morning, for in you I have put my trust. Lord, teach me to know the way in which I should walk, for I lift up my soul to you. Rescue me, Lord, from my enemies; to you have I fled for refuge. Teach me to do your will, for you are my God. Your good Spirit shall lead me on a level path; Lord, for your names sake, you shall preserve my life. In your righteousness, you shall bring my soul out of trouble, and in your mercy, you shall utterly destroy my enemies. And you shall destroy all those who afflict my soul, for I am your servant.
Doxology
Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will to all people. We praise you, we bless you, we worship you, we glorify you, we give thanks to you for your great glory. Lord God, heavenly King, God the Father, almighty Lord, the only begotten Son, Jesus Christ, and Holy Spirit. Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of the Father who take away the sin of the world, have mercy upon us, you who take away the sins of the world. Receive our prayer, you who sit at the right hand of the Father, and have mercy upon us. For you only are holy, only you are Lord, Jesus Christ, to the glory of God the Father. Amen. Each evening we bless you, and we praise your name forever and to the ages of ages. Lord, you have been our refuge from generation to generation. I said: Lord, have mercy upon me; heal my soul, for I have sinned against you. Lord, to you have I fled; teach me to do your will, for you are my God. For you are the source of life, and in your light we shall see light. Continue your mercy to those who know you. Lord, grant to keep us this night without sin. Blessed are you, Lord, God of our fathers. Your name is praised and glorified from all ages. Amen. Let your mercy, Lord, lighten upon us, as our trust is in you. Blessed are you, Lord, teach me your commandments. Blessed are you, Master, teach me your commandments. Blessed are you, Holy One, enlighten me in your commandments. Yourmercy, Lord, endures forever; turn not away from the works of your own hands. To you belongs praise, to you belongs worship, to you belongs glory, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
The Symbol Of Faith
I believe in one God,
Father Almighty,
Creator of heaven and earth,
and of all things visible and invisible.
And in one Lord Jesus Christ,
the only-begotten Son of God,
begotten of the Father
before all ages;
Light of Light,
true God of true God,
begotten, not created,
of one essence with the Father
through Whom all things were made.
Who for us men
and for our salvation
came down from heaven
and was incarnate of the Holy Spirit
and the Virgin Mary
and became man.
He was crucified for us
under Pontius Pilate,
and he suffered and was buried;
And he rose on the third day,
according to the Scriptures.
He ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father;
And He will come again with glory
to judge the living and dead.
His kingdom will have no end.
And in the Holy Spirit,
the Lord, the Creator of life,
Who proceeds from the Father,
Who together with the Father and the Son
is worshiped and glorified,
who spoke through the prophets.
In one, holy, catholic,
and apostolic Church.
I confess one baptism
for the forgiveness of sins.
I look for the resurrection of the dead.
and the life of the age to come. Amen.
It is truly right to bless you, the Theotokos, ever blessed and most pure and mother of our God. More honorable than the Cherubim, and beyond compare more glorious than the Seraphim, incorruptibly you gave birth to God the Word. We magnify you, the true Theotokos.
Holy God, Holy Mighty, Holy Immortal, have mercy on us (3).
Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
All holy Trinity, have mercy on us. Lord, forgive our sins. Master, pardon our transgressions. Holy One, visit and heal our infirmities for your names sake.
Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.
Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
Our Father,
who are in heaven,
hallowed be your name.
Your kingdom come,
your will be done,
on earth as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread;
and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us.
And lead us not into temptation,
but deliver us from evil.
For yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory, of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
God of our fathers, you always treat us with leniency. Do not withdraw your mercy from us, but by the intercessions of our fathers, guide our life in peace. With the blood of your martyrs throughout the world, as if with purple and fine linen having been adorned, your Church through them cries out to you, Christ our God. Send down your mercies upon your people. Grant peace to your commonwealth, and to our souls your great compassion. Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
With your saints, O Christ, give rest to the souls of your servants where there is no pain nor sorrow, nor suffering, but life everlasting. Through the intercessions of all your saints and the Theotokos, O Lord, grant us your peace and have mercy upon us, only merciful One.
Lord, have mercy (40).
At all times and in every hour, you are worshiped and glorified in heaven and on earth, Christ our God. Long in patience, great in mercy and compassion, you love the righteous and show mercy to sinners. You call all to salvation through the promise of good things to come. Lord, receive our prayers at the present time. Direct our lives according to your commandments. Sanctify our souls. Purify our bodies. Set our minds aright. Cleanse our thoughts and deliver us from all sorrow, evil, and distress. Surround us with your holy angels that, guarded and guided by them, we may arrive at the unity of faith and the understanding of your ineffable glory. For you are blessed to the ages of ages. Amen.
Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy.
Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
More honorable than the Cherubim, and beyond compare more glorious than the Seraphim, without corruption you gave birth to God the Word. We magnify you, the true Theotokos. In the name of the Lord, Father bless.
Through the prayers of our holy Fathers, Lord Jesus Christ our God, have mercy and save us. Amen.
Prayer To The All Holy Theotokos
by Paul the Monk of the Monastery of Evergetis
Spotless, undefiled, immaculate, unstained, pure Virgin, Lady, and Bride of God, by your wondrous conceiving you united God the Word with human beings and joined the fallen nature of our race to heavenly things. You are the only hope of the hopeless, and the help of those oppressed. You are the ready protection of those who flee to you and the refuge of all Christians. Do not spurn me an accused sinner, though I have made myself completely useless by my shameful thoughts, words, and deeds and through indolence have become a slave to the pleasures of life. But as the Mother of God who loves all people, mercifully have compassion upon me a sinner and a prodigal and receive my prayer though it be offered to you by unclean lips. Entreat your Son and our Lord and Master, using your boldness as a mother, so that he may open to me the loving mercy of his goodness, overlook my numberless transgressions, turn me to repentance, and make me an acceptable doer of his commandments. Always be near me, for you are merciful, compassionate, and loving. Be my ardent help and protection in this present life, defending me from the assaults of adversaries, and lead me to salvation. At the hour of my death, care for my miserable soul and drive the dark visions of evil spirits far from it. On the awesome day of judgment, save me from eternal punishment and make me an inheritor of the ineffable glory of your Son, our God. May this be my lot, my Lady, all holy Theotokos, through your intercession and help, by the grace and love of your only begotten Son, our Lord and God and Savior Jesus Christ; to whom belong all glory, honor, and worship, with his eternal Father, and his all holy, righteous, and life giving Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
orthodox commemoration of the departed
This Orthodox prayer is one of the most beautiful, moving and awe-inspiring prayers in all of the Orthodox Church. It is considered the crown jewel of all the prayers on the departed. In this article, we are going to look at a prayer for the dead. While there are many such prayers in the Orthodox Church, this one is chosen because it is considered to be especially helpful for those who have died recently and those who will die soon.
Prayer To Our Lord Jesus Christ
By the Monk Antiochos of Pandektes
Grant us, Master, as we depart for sleep, rest for body and soul. Protect us from the gloom of sinful sleep and from all dark pleasures of the night. Calm the impulses of passion, and quench the fiery darts of evil which are treacherously cast against us. Check the turbulence of our flesh and lull all our earthly and mundane thoughts. Grant us, O God, a watchful mind, prudent reason, a vigilant heart, and tranquil sleep, free from all evil dreams. Raise us up at the hour of prayer, strengthen us in your commandments, and keep unshaken within us the remembrance of your judgments. Grant us to glorify you all night long that we may praise and bless and glorify your all honorable and magnificent name, of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever and to the ages of ages. Amen.
Most glorious, ever virgin, blessed Theotokos, present our prayers to your Son and our God, and plead with him, that through you he may save our souls.
My hope is the Father; my refuge, the Son; my protection, the Holy Spirit. Holy Trinity, glory to you.
My every hope I place in you, Mother of God, keep me under your protection.
Dismissal
May Christ our true God have mercy upon us and save us through the intercessions of his most pure and holy Mother, and of all your Saints, for he is a good and loving God. Through the prayers of our holy fathers, Lord Jesus Christ, have mercy on us, and save us. Amen.