{\rtf1\ansi\ansicpg1252\deff0\deflang2057{\fonttbl{\f0\fswiss\fprq2\fcharset0 Calibri;}{\f1\fnil\fcharset0 Verdana;}}\viewkind4\uc1\pard\sa200\sl276\slmult1\kerning2\f0\fs22 How do Orthodox Christians celebrate Pascha (Easter) and Christmas? What is the purpose of the blessing of waters? How does the Orthodox liturgical year compare with Western Christianity? Through an analysis of the feasts within the Orthodox Liturgical year, Denysenko explores how rituals, Bible readings and hymns form part of common festivals, such as Lent, Holy Week, Pascha, Christmas, and the feasts of Mary.

He also discusses feasts particular to Orthodox Christianity, allowing readers to explore occasions such as the Exaltation of the Cross and the Baptism of Rus\rquote , and discover the importance of domestic traditions like the Vasilopita and the Sviata Vechera (Holy Supper).\parIdeal for interested readers at college-level or above, \i This is the Day That the Lord Has Made \i0 is an excellent guide for all seeking to understand the significance of Orthodox liturgy.\kerning0\f1\fs17\par}


Format Häftad Omfång 173 sidor Språk Engelska Förlag James Clarke & Co Ltd Utgivningsdatum 2024-05-30 ISBN 9780227180006