Walking an Ancient Path
What's with All the Standing for the Akathist Hymn
The Akathist to the Theotokos is an important part of Great Lent in many parishes. But why do we stand? And why is the Virgin Mary called “Champion General”? In this episode, Lynnette explores the content and history of this beloved hymn.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
13 mins
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Blogger, freelance editor, and regular gal-in-the-pews Lynnette Horner hosts Walking an Ancient Path: Living and Learning Orthodox Christianity. Episodes will explore the joys and struggles of prayer and worship, sacraments and everyday ascetic practices, and the cultural adjustments on the journey into Orthodoxy (whether taking first steps or traveling deeper into the Faith).
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