Nov 21
Presentation of the Theotokos – November 21
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- Today is the preview of the good will of God,
- Of the preaching of the salvation of mankind.
- The Virgin appears in the temple of God,
- In anticipation proclaiming Christ to all.
- Let us rejoice and sing to her: Rejoice,
- 0 Divine Fulfillment of the Creator’s dispensation.
Kontakion (Tone 4)
- The most pure Temple of the Savior;
- The precious Chamber and Virgin;
- The sacred Treasure of the glory of God,
- Is presented today to the house of the Lord.
- She brings with her the grace of the Spirit,
- Therefore, the angels of God praise her:
- “Truly this woman is the abode of heaven.”
Forefeast hymn
Troparion (Tone 4)
- Today Anna bequeaths joy to all instead of sorrow by bringing forth her fruit, the only ever-Virgin.
- In fulfillment of her vow,
- Today with joy she brings to the temple of the Lord
- the true temple and pure Mother of God the Word.
Kontakion (Tone 4)
- Today the universe is filled with joy
- At the glorious feast of the Mother of God, and cries out:
- “She is the heavenly tabernacle.”
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