Akathist to Saint Apostle James, the Brother of the Lord, Patron Saint of Confession
Pray the Akathist to Saint James, Brother of the Lord – beloved patron of confession in the Orthodox Church. Full text and reflections available.
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An Orthodox Akathist is a standing hymn of prayer and praise in Orthodox Christianity, meaning “not sitting” in Greek, and refers to devotional hymns dedicated to Christ, the Virgin Mary, or various saints. Many of these Orthodox Akathists are available in English for the first time, having recently translated by Maxim from the original language. Scroll down for all Orthodox Akathists in alphabetical order, or visit the categories below.
Akathists to Christ and the Holy Trinity
Akathists for Spiritual Struggles
Death and Remembering the Reposed
Deliverance from Demonic Oppression
Illness and Physical Infirmity
Intercessors for Marriages, Children and Families
Akathists to Ascetics and Monastics
Akathists to Church Fathers and Confessors
Akathists to New Testament Saints
Akathists to Prophets and Old Testament Saints
Akathist to Saint Prophet Isaiah, the Evangelist of the Old Testament
Discover the Akathist to Saint Prophet Isaiah, the Evangelist of the Old Testament – a powerful Orthodox hymn praising his prophecies of Christ, divine visions, and miracles. Pray for intercession, repentance, and heavenly vision on his feast day, May 9. Full text in English.
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Akathist to Saint Apostle James the son of Zebedee
Akathist Hymn to Saint Apostle James the Son of Zebedee (James the Great), one of Christ’s closest disciples and brother of John the Theologian. This powerful Orthodox prayer honors the “Son of Thunder,” witness to the Transfiguration and Gethsemane, first martyred apostle, and zealous intercessor for missionaries, pilgrims, theologians, and those seeking protection from troubles, illnesses, anger, and spiritual harm. Pray this devotional akathist to invoke his fervent intercession, divine zeal, and mercy for strength in faith, spiritual warfare, and a Christian end. Perfect for Orthodox Christians honoring his memory (feast day April 30) and seeking apostolic guidance and healing through ancient hymnody. Explore the complete text with kontakia, ikoi, and concluding prayer. Deepen your devotion to the holy apostles today!
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Commemoration of Our Venerable Father St. Jerome of Stridon at Great Vespers
Discover the full Orthodox liturgical text for the Commemoration of Our Venerable Father St. Jerome of Stridon at Great Vespers. Includes stichera, troparion in Tone III, kontakion, canon, Wisdom of Solomon readings, and praises honoring the divinely wise ascetic, instructor of monks, and intercessor. Feast day June 15.
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Akathist to the Holy Wisdom-Bearer Jesus Son of Sirach
Discover a beautiful and rare Orthodox Akathist dedicated to the Holy Wisdom-Bearer, Jesus Son of Sirach — the inspired author of the Wisdom of Sirach (Ecclesiasticus), one of the treasured books of the Old Testament in the Orthodox Church. This devotional hymn praises Jesus ben Sirach as a luminous lamp of divine wisdom, a teacher of godly fear, humility, piety, and virtuous living. Written in the traditional Akathist form with Kontakia and Ikoi, it draws richly from his timeless maxims on moderation, the fear of the Lord as the beginning of wisdom, the honor of physicians, ancestral heritage, and the pursuit of righteousness. Perfect for personal prayer, spiritual reflection, or deepening your appreciation of Holy Scripture, this Akathist seeks the intercessions of the Holy Wisdom-Bearer for grace to walk in humility and true wisdom.
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Akathist to Jesus Christ – Alpha and Omega
Discover the Akathist to Jesus Christ – Alpha and Omega, a powerful Orthodox hymn praising Christ as the eternal Beginning and End. Full text of kontakia and ikoi invoking His mercy, victory over death, and Second Coming. Deepen your prayer life with this devotional praise to our Lord Jesus.
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The Akathist of Jesus Christ – The Angel of Great Counsel
Discover the powerful Akathist to Jesus Christ, the Angel of Great Counsel – a profound Orthodox Christian hymn praising the Lord as Commander of angelic hosts and Conqueror over evil forces. This spiritual warfare prayer invokes Christ’s victory over the devil, protection from demonic oppression, and preparation for His Second Coming.
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Akathist to Jesus Christ the Judge
Discover the profound Akathist to Jesus Christ the Judge – a traditional Orthodox hymn of supplication that invokes Christ as the Just Judge and Merciful Savior. This full text with English translation, commentary, and spiritual reflections offers timeless comfort and hope before the Dread Judgment Seat. Perfect for personal devotion, prayer rule, or preparation for Holy Confession.
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Paraklesis of the Most Holy Name of Jesus by Saint Theolyptus of Philadelphia
Discover the rare and beautiful Paraklesis (Supplicatory Canon) to the Most Holy Name of Jesus, composed by Saint Theoleptos (Theolyptus) of Philadelphia, a revered 14th-century Orthodox metropolitan and hesychast theologian. This devotional service invokes the power and sweetness of Christ’s Holy Name for spiritual protection, healing, and intercession.
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The Orthodox Psalter of Jesus
A Hesychastic-style prayer based on the repetition of the Name of Jesus made for people who do not have enough time to pray the full Psalter.
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