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Isaac Lambertsen

Ode VIII

Menaion — translated by Isaac Lambertsen

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¶1

Irmos: The children of Israel in the furnace, shining more brightly than gold in a crucible in the beauty of their piety, said: Bless the Lord, all ye works of the Lord; hymn and exalt Him supremely for all ages!

¶2

O most blessed George, thou hast been shown to be the confirmation of Orthodox people, the adornment of the Churches of God, and the fervent help of those who have recourse unto thee and chant: Bless the Lord, all ye works of the Lord! Hymn and exalt Him supremely for all ages!

¶3

Theotokion: As many of us as are tossed about on the deep of sin, let us hasten to the calm haven of the Mother of God who, through the divine power of her Son, guideth to salvation all who cry: Bless the Lord, all ye works of the Lord! Hymn and exalt Him supremely for all ages!

¶4

I offer thee mental entreaty, O George: By thy supplications deliver me from cruel misfortunes, illumine me with the light of knowledge divine, and guide me to the paths of God, for I cry: Bless the Lord, all ye works of the Lord! Hymn and exalt Him supremely for all ages!

¶5

Thou wast truly shown to be a city set upon a hill and a lamp shining upon a lampstand, O glorious martyr, illumining those who walk in the night of life and guiding to the path of salvation those who cry: Bless the Lord, all ye works of the Lord! Hymn and exalt Him supremely for all ages!

Translated by Isaac Lambertsen. Edition menaion.en.lambertsen.

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