Our Holy Father Ephrem the Syrian

January 28, 2023 0 Comments

As we have seen, the theology of Syrian was a fountain of teaching about the incarnation of our Lord, especially his baptism in the Jordan. The feast of Theophany was the foremost manifestation of the Triune God. Among the Syrian theologians, none was most important than St. Ephrem. Born of pagan parents, he found the …

St Ephrem’s weekday Lenten prayer

February 16, 2021 0 Comments

The weekday Lenten prayer in Byzantine tradition – Prayer of St. Ephrem: O Lord and Master of my life, keep from me the spirit of indifference and discouragement, lust of power and idle chatter. (Prostration) Instead, grant to me, Your servant, the spirit of wholeness of being, humble-mindedness, patience, and love. (Prostration) Yes, O Lord …