July 10
Reading:
After the Crucifixion of our Lord, His most precious robe
was obtained by lot by a certain Elioz, a Georgian soldier who took part
in the execution. He in turn brought it to Georgia where it remained
until that land was overrun by the Persians. Shah Abbas, seeking to
establish good relations with Tsar Michael Feodorovich, sent the Robe to
Moscow as a gift for the Tsar and Patriarch Philaret. This took place
in March of 1625, and was appointed to be celebrated on this day in
July.
Apolytikion in the Fourth Tone
On this day let us the faithful run to the divine and healing
robe of our Saviour and God, Who was pleased to wear our flesh and pour
out His holy Blood on the Cross, whereby He hath redeemed us from
slavery to the enemy. Wherefore, we thankfully cry to Him: By Thy
precious robe save and defend Orthodox Christians, and bishops, and
cities, and all men everywhere, and save our souls, for Thou art the
Friend of man.
Kontakion in the Fourth Tone
Thou hast bestowed upon all men, O Master, Thy precious robe as a
divine treasure, as a garment of incorruption, healing, and salvation,
for thereby wast Thou pleased to clothe the holy and life-giving flesh
of Thine Incarnation. Receiving this relic with faith, we joyfully
celebrate this glorious occasion, and praising Thee with fear and love
as our Benefactor, we cry to Thee, O Christ: In Thy great mercy, keep
Orthodox Christians and their pastors and all Thy people in peace.
SOURCE:
SAINT OR FEAST POSTED THIS DATE 2013(with 2012's link here also and further, 2011, 2010, 2009 and even 2008!)
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