Akathists
“Akathists” by Dr. John (Ellsworth) Hutchison-Hall is a comprehensive collection published by St. Eadfrith Press on July 15, 2013. This 486-page volume is presented in English and explores the tradition of Akathists, which are devotional hymns dedicated to saints, holy events, or figures of the Holy Trinity. These hymns are utilized in both church settings and private devotion, providing a spiritual resource for the faithful.
Readers will find thirty distinct Akathists within this edition, featuring hymns to our Lord Jesus Christ, the Mother of God, and various saints, including those from the British Isles and North America. This book serves as a guide for prayer and reflection, enriching the practice of devotion through its structured hymns. The dimensions of the book are 9 inches in height and 6 inches in length, making it a suitable addition to any religious library.
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An Akathist (from the Greek Akthistos mnos, unseated hymn) is a devotional hymn to a saint, holy event, or one of the persons of the Holy Trinity, which is said in churches or by the faithful in private devotion. This volume contains thirty Akathists, including those to our Lord Jesus Christ, and to the Mother of God, as well as other Saints, including several Saints of the British Isles and North America.
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