Akathist to Saint Samson the Righteous Judge of the House of Israel

Discover the Akathist to Saint Samson the Righteous Judge of the House of Israel – a beautiful Orthodox Christian hymn of praise honoring the biblical judge Samson as a Nazirite of God, mighty deliverer, and hero of faith listed in Hebrews 11. This devotional text celebrates his miraculous strength, victory over enemies, repentance amid weakness, and profound typology as a prefigurement of Christ, who triumphs through sacrificial death and resurrection.

Featuring kontakia and ikos recounting Samson’s life—from angelic announcement and breaking bonds to pulling down the temple pillars—along with a moving prayer for intercession against sin, spiritual vigilance, and strength in frailty. Perfect for Orthodox faithful seeking reflections on Old Testament saints, the Sunday of the Forefathers, or deeper Christ-centered typology.

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Akathist to Saint Cecilia The First Incorrupt Saint

Discover the Akathist to Saint Cecilia, celebrated as the first incorrupt saint and patroness of musicians in Orthodox tradition. This beautiful hymn honors the virgin martyr’s courageous life in early Christian Rome—her vow of chastity, miraculous conversions of Valerian and Tiburtius, steadfast faith under persecution, survival of torture, and heroic martyrdom by beheading around 177 A.D. Revered for her incorrupt body, miraculously preserved and discovered intact in 1599 with visible neck wound and silk garments, as documented historically and depicted in Stefano Maderno’s famous statue.

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Akathist to Saint Ephrem the Syrian – By Athonite Monks

Discover the full English text of the Akathist to Saint Ephrem the Syrian, a beautiful hymn of praise composed by Athonite monks. Honor the great Church Father, theologian of repentance and “lyre of the Holy Spirit,” with this traditional Orthodox devotional chant, complete with kontakia, ikos, troparion, and closing prayer for intercession. Ideal for personal prayer on his feast day, January 28.

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Akathist to Saint Augustine of Hippo

Discover the full English text of the Akathist to Saint Augustine of Hippo, a beautiful Orthodox hymn of praise honoring the blessed hierarch, renowned theologian, and defender against heresies. This ROCOR-approved service celebrates his conversion, monastic virtues, and intercessions, complete with inspiring accounts of miracles attributed to the saint. Ideal for personal devotion on his feast days (June 15 and August 28).

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Akathist to Saint Cyril of Alexandria, Defender of the Mother of God

Discover the full Akathist to Saint Cyril of Alexandria, revered as the Defender of the Mother of God (Theotokos). This traditional Orthodox Christian hymn honors Saint Cyril’s pivotal role in combating heresies, particularly Nestorianism, at the Third Ecumenical Council of Ephesus in 431 AD. The page features the complete Akathist text, including troparion, kontakia, ikoi, and a concluding prayer for intercession against heresy, spiritual battles, and injustice. It also includes a contemporary miracle testimony of healing. Ideal for personal devotion, prayer against modern challenges to faith, or studying patristic theology. Perfect for Orthodox Christians seeking powerful intercessory hymns.

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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 of the Heavenly Father by Father Saint Nil Dorobanțu

Discover the profound Akathist of the Heavenly Father, a beautiful Orthodox Christian hymn of praise and supplication to God the Father, composed by Saint Nil Dorobanțu, the revered Romanian confessor and fool-for-Christ who endured persecution under communism. Perfect for personal prayer, spiritual reflection, and deepening devotion to the Holy Trinity.

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