Prayer is the soul’s appeal to divine powers for advice, help, and blessing. Psychologists believe that prayer is a kind of conspiracy for good luck and positive attitude. In this way, many people strive to relieve tension, find inner harmony and deal with difficult situations In my life. But this interpretation of psychologists does not explain the fact that orthodox prayers, especially read on the eve of a major church holiday, literally work wonders and help make your most cherished dreams come true. Our ancestors knew this very well, and they always read special prayers on holidays. For example, prayer for Christmas was considered one of the most powerful and miraculous. Therefore, women always found time to read a prayer - for health, well-being, conception and good luck of children. In turn, girls dreaming of marriage said a prayer for love and marriage. Next you will find a selection of prayers that can be read at Christmas 2017 to fulfill your cherished desires.
Christmas prayer for girls who want to get married
For unmarried girls The Christmas holidays are a special time for fortune-telling and conspiracies for the future. It was on January 6–7 that Christmastide began, and the girls tried to lift the mysterious curtain into the future and find out who would become their betrothed. In addition to special fortune telling, which is still popular among young people to this day, the girls also prayed. It was believed that a prayer addressed to the Mother of God could help girls wishing to get married to realize their dreams. They usually prayed in front of a candle and an icon of the Virgin Mary, pronouncing the words with zeal and inspiration. At the same time, girls in love, that is, who knew the name of their future husband, always mentioned him in prayer. Next you will find a version of the Christmas prayer for girls who want to get married, and you can own experience ventilate its strength.
God bless us
(names of husband and wife),
Century after century, from now on and forever.
How brightly these candles burn,
Together they will merge from the flames,
So do we (names of husband and wife),
All my life with the flame of love
We held on to each other
Honor and remember, do not forget,
So do we (names of husband and wife)
Let's love each other
Live together.
God bless us
(names of husband and wife),
Century after century, from now on and forever.
How brightly these candles burn,
Together they will merge from the flames,
So do we (names of husband and wife),
All my life with the flame of love
They burned for each other, they loved each other passionately,
We held on to each other
And how these candles never parted.
While there will be people Christmas
Honor and remember, do not forget,
So do we (names of husband and wife)
Let's love each other
Live together.
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Mother's prayer for Christmas 2017 for children
In terms of its energy, a mother’s prayer for her children can be called one of the most powerful and effective at Christmas. And all because the holiday of the birth of Jesus Christ itself is especially close to all matters - it is not only the birthday of Jesus, but also the day of initiation for his mother, the Virgin Mary. That is why on January 6–7, prayers for the well-being and good luck of children always find a response and are fulfilled. The mother’s prayer at Christmas 2017 for the children is addressed specifically to the Virgin Mary - the mother of Jesus and the patroness of all children. In such a prayer, our ancestors asked for the protection of the Mother of God for their children, their health, prosperity and good luck. In addition, women dreaming of a child read a prayer to the Mother of God for conception on Holy Evening. It was believed that the Holy Virgin Mary would definitely help and that the childless woman would soon find the joy of motherhood. You will find the mother’s prayer for Christmas 2017 for her children below.
Savior's hand, throw on your scarf
To the servant of God (name).
So that his mouth is opposite his native
I didn’t shout to my mother and father,
So that hands are not raised against parents,
The feet of loved ones did not kick,
And the black anger left his soul,
So that you don’t forget your father and mother,
And he loved, respected and honored.
Intercede for me (your name)
The Lord God Himself and Mother Theotokos.
Don't let my child hurt me,
Spasova's hand, Yegoryev castle,
Our Lady's Keys.
I will close myself with the keys of the Mother of God,
I'm not afraid of anyone.
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen
A soft swaddling blanket,
Raise your holy little hand,
Cross my baby
For a long and rich life,
Cheerful and beautiful.
No one can interrupt my words.
Key. Lock. Language.
Amen. Amen. Amen
Mother, Most Holy Theotokos!
Come visit me
And if not, then the messengers have come,
Son or daughter.
I pray to you, Mother of God,
Help your slave (name).
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Now and ever and unto ages of ages.
Amen. Amen. Amen
Christmas prayer for health and healing
Our ancestors believed that at Christmas the heavens open and all prayers addressed to God, Jesus and the Virgin Mary on this day will certainly be heard. In those distant times, this was almost the only hope of finding healing for seriously ill people. In addition, Christmas prayer helped not only to heal, but also to strengthen and maintain health. Therefore, in every house on Christmas, the housewife always lit candles near the icons and said a Christmas prayer for the health and healing of her family and friends. Next, you will find a version of the prayer for Christmas 2017, which is designed to improve health, prolong life and heal from body ailments.
Master, Almighty, Holy King, punish and do not kill, strengthen those who have fallen and raise up those who have been cast down, correct the bodily sorrows of people, we pray to You, our God, visit Your weak servant (name of the rivers) with Your mercy, forgive him every sin, voluntary and involuntary. Hey, Lord, send down Your healing power from heaven, touch the body, extinguish the fire, tame passion and all lurking infirmities, be the physician of Your servant (the name of the river), raise him from the sick bed and from the bed of bitterness whole and all-perfect, grant him to Your Church pleasing and doing Your will. For it is Yours to have mercy and save us, O our God, and to You we send glory, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.
Oh, Most Merciful God, Father, Son and Holy Soul, worshiped and glorified in the indivisible Trinity, look with compassion on Your servant (name), who is sickly possessed; forgive him all his sins; give him healing from his illness; restore his health and bodily strength; grant him a long and prosperous life, Thy peaceful and peaceful good, so that together with us he brings grateful prayers to Thee, the All-Bountiful God and my Creator.
Most Holy Theotokos, through Your omnipotent intercession, help me to beg Your Son, my God, for the healing of God’s servant (name).
All saints and angels of the Lord, pray to God for His sick servant (name). Amen.
Prayer on the eve of Christmas 2017 for material wealth
As a rule, our ancestors did not read a prayer about wealth and material prosperity on the eve of Christmas. It was believed that it was impossible to ask for material well-being and money, so as not to anger the Lord God with greed and materialistic desires. But at the same time, asking Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary for deliverance from debt and poverty was not prohibited. In other words, you cannot directly ask for money in prayer, but ask to avoid next year begging is possible. It was also allowed to ask for money for expensive treatment. In addition, we should not forget that the concept of material well-being among our ancestors was very different from the similar concept among us. In the old days, good harvest and healthy livestock were already the key to a well-fed life and material prosperity. Therefore, the prayer on the eve of Christmas 2017 for material wealth, which you will find below, can be classified as modern folk prayers. But if you read it with the right attitude, then you can count on her help.
My candle is burning
Lord God is upon me,
servant of God (name), looks tenderly.
He listens to my prayer
And in all matters to me (name)
Helps.
Help me, Lord
Available in gold and silver.
So that I always have money (name)
They were driven around, not transferred.
The keys to my words
Castle for my affairs.
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
The Lord God created our world in seven days,
And for this he gave us a living week of seven days.
Monday - I will rise with blessings,
On Tuesday, I’ll look at the white light,
Wednesday I’ll take it, Thursday I’ll bring it,
On Friday - I’ll save up the goods,
On Saturday I will live richly,
And on Sunday - God send me luck.
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Key. Lock. Language.
Amen. Amen. Amen
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Who counts you, heavenly stars?
Who in the sky adds and subtracts you?
How can Orthodox people not count you all?
Just as they can’t remove you from heaven and add you to heaven,
So it would be for me, the servant of God (name)
Know all your money.
Mother of God, when you get up in the morning,
Come and take my prayer,
Yes, you will take it to Our God,
Me, God's servant (name) for prosperity and wealth
Bless and say three times to my prayers:
Key. Lock. Language.
Amen. Amen. Amen
Prayer for good luck and prosperity for Christmas 2017
Probably the most common prayer for Christmas among our ancestors was a prayer for good luck and prosperity. It was believed that asking for money for Christmas was unacceptable, but it was possible to pray for good luck in certain matters and activities. Such a prayer for good luck and prosperity at Christmas was designed to bring joy, mutual understanding and happiness into the home. In other words, it was enough to read this one prayer to receive the intercession of higher powers in all of your endeavors. However, believers were well aware that no appeal to God would make their dreams come true without active actions. There is even a saying among the people: “Trust in God, but don’t make a mistake yourself.” Therefore, any prayer for the feast of the birth of Jesus Christ was always supported by other actions that could make the desired reality.
The Lord God is with us, with God's servants
(list names of family members).
In the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.
Let us praise God the Father, God the Son and the Holy Spirit.
How our hearts are filled with love for God and
Honoring His commandments and truths.
An apple tree grows in the Garden of Eden.
There are no counting or numbers of apples on it.
Promother Eva apple without asking
She took Our Lord, for which she suffered.
The one who counts the apples on the tree,
Find out their number and count,
Only he bothers me with trouble.
For the rest, God will save me,
Will cover. It will protect you from misfortunes and misfortunes.
How people glorify the Lord
So for me and my family (name)
Troubles and grief will bypass.
Key. Lock. Language.
Mother of God, how do you treat your Son?
She held the baby Jesus in her arms that day.
A soft swaddling blanket,
With Her little hand I blessed you with happiness and good fortune,
Bless my child (name) too.
Raise your holy little hand,
Cross my baby
Bless you with good luck and happiness in life,
For a long and rich life,
Cheerful and beautiful.
As long as people remember You and Your Son Jesus Christ
No one can interrupt my words.
Key. Lock. Language.
Amen. Amen. Amen
Orthodox Christian prayers for Christmas 2017
In addition to the above options for popular prayers for good luck, children, prosperity, health and marriage, our ancestors always read Orthodox Christian prayers at Christmas. Most often these were “Our Father” and “Thy Nativity, Christ our God.” Church versions of prayers must be read before dinner, as well as during the festive service in the temple. Below you will find Orthodox Christian prayers for Christmas on January 7, 2017. And remember that any prayer for Christmas is unique and has enormous power.
Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages.
Glory to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages.
Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, as it is in heaven and on earth. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And do not lead us into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
Thy Nativity, Christ our God, rises up into the world's light of reason, in which the stars who serve as stars learn to bow to Thee, the Sun of truth, and lead thee from the heights of the East. Lord, glory to You!
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Prayer is an open appeal to God. The content of such a conversation may vary, it mainly depends on each of us individually. Since prayer can be addressed to God at any moment, the meaning of the words can be different - from gratitude for something to a request and repentance. After reciting the text of the prayer, a person becomes prosperous and calm, because he finds peace of mind.
Features of prayer for Christmas on January 7
The prayer said by the clergyman has a special meaning. It is believed that God hears such texts first, especially if they are heard in a special church, taking into account all liturgical canons. In addition, those prayers that are dedicated to great events carry special power. church holidays, such as Christmas, Easter. It is believed that the words with which a person turns to God on such days have enormous potential. If they are spoken with an open soul and repentance, then God will definitely help the person praying and give him strength to survive a difficult period in life.
The prayer for the Nativity of Christ is said in the church church, where the service always begins on the evening of January 6th. It carries within itself the appeal and praise of the Son of God Jesus Christ, who gave his life for the sake of all those who pray. The service for the Nativity of Christ is very beautiful and solemn, with a peaceful festive atmosphere reigning there.
If people do not have the opportunity to attend church on Christmas Day, then it is advisable to say the words of prayer at home during the holy supper. It is imperative to thank Jesus Christ for the opportunity to absorb food and water. You can do this either sitting at the table or standing in front of the icon. You need to turn to your son with a prayer for Christmas God's Jesus To Christ, God, the Mother of God and to all the saints.
Prayer for Christmas
“Lord Jesus Christ our God, who deigned for our salvation to appear on earth in the flesh and be indescribably born of the Unknown and Most Pure Virgin Mary! We thank Thee, for Thou hast vouchsafed us, having purified ourselves through the feat of fasting, to achieve the great feast of Thy Nativity and in spiritual joy to sing praises to Thee with the angels, to praise Thee with the shepherds, and to worship Thee with the wise men. We thank You, for through Your great mercy and immeasurable condescension towards our weaknesses, You now console us not only with abundant spiritual food, but also with a festive meal.”
“We also pray to You, who opens Your generous hand, fills all living things with Your blessings, gives everyone food in accordance with the times and rules of the Church, bless the festive foods prepared by Your faithful people, especially this, from which, in obedience to the Charter of Your Church, they abstained in the past days of fasting May Thy servants be with thanksgiving for those who eat them in health, in strengthening their bodily strength, in joy and gladness. May all of us, having every contentment, abound in good deeds, and from the fullness of a grateful heart glorify Thee, who nourishes and comforts us, together with Thy Beginning Father and the Most Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen".
Glorification of the Nativity of Christ
for our sake now born in the flesh
and the Most Pure Virgin Mary.
Troparion to the Nativity of Christ
Your Nativity, Christ our God,
the rise of the world and the light of reason:
in it he serves the stars,
I bow to you to the Sun of Truth,
and I lead you from the heights of the East:
Lord, glory to You.
Kontakion, tone 3
The Virgin is giving birth today to the Most Essential,
and the earth brings a den to the Unapproachable;
Angels and shepherds praise,
the wolves travel with the star;
For our sake, the Young Child, the Eternal God, was born.
Troparion for the Forefeast
open yourself to everyone, O Eden,
like the tree of life in the den of prosperity from the Virgin:
paradise for Onoya's womb appeared in thought,
there is a Divine Garden in it,
It’s worse than poison, we’ll live,
We will not die like Adam.
Christ is born before the fallen to restore the image.
Forefeast (Evening Eve), tone 4:
Having sometimes written with Elder Joseph,
as from the seed of David, Miriam was in Bethlehem,
womb-bearing seedless Birth.
It's Christmas time,
and there is no place for any dwelling,
but, like a red chamber, the den appeared to the Queen.
Christ is born before the fallen to resurrect the image.
The main prayers of the Nativity of Christ...
I am asked to read from open book in Church Slavonic, they ask questions about the liturgical Rules, and ask to sing. My head is spinning and my throat is dry - what kind of song is there... In the end, they “chase” through the troparia and kontakia of large (there are a dozen and a half) holidays. It’s not easy to remember offhand the right prayer relating to a particular holiday, plus I’m nervous, and while I was preparing for the exam, a lot of things were mixed up in my head... With God’s help I’m coping with this too.
Don’t be surprised then that clergy can so easily and right away read or sing a prayer for any major holiday
.The troparion (diminutive from the Greek tropos - trope) reveals the essence of the holiday or glorifies a sacred person.
The kontakion (literally from Greek: a wooden roller on which a scroll is wound, metaphorically the scroll itself) tells the theological and poetic story of the holiday.
Each person praying with the words of a troparion or kontakion releases as much energy from this prayer as he can perceive, and there remains more and more... enough even for people of the highest spiritual and mental level.
Russian translation: Your Nativity, Christ our God, illuminated the world with the light of knowledge, for through it those who served as stars were taught to worship You, the Sun of Truth, and to know You, from the heights of the Rising Luminary. Lord, glory to You!
This light, if we let it into our soul, drives out darkness from there, puts order in our thoughts and indicates the direction in which we need to move to achieve Salvation. Instead of false vectors pointing the way anywhere, but not to Eternal Life, the disoriented to modern man Christ offers the truest and surest way: “I am the way, the truth, and the life; no one comes to the Father except through Me” (John 14:6). In light of this, re-read the opening words of the troparion once again: Thy Nativity, Christ our God, rise up in the world, the light of reason...
...Just yesterday I read an article about the colossal Asklepion in the Asia Minor city of Pergamum. Let me explain that Asklepion was the name given to temples and medical complexes built in honor of the pagan god of medicine, Asclepius. Tens of thousands of people, tormented by various ailments, flocked here. People underwent medical procedures and prayed. Many were healed. The attitude of Christians to this cult is important: “Archaeological excavations in Asklepion allow us to conclude that already in the 4th century there was a Christian temple on the territory of the sanctuary. The Church invited people to turn their prayers not to the earthly Savior, but to the Heavenly Savior. Early Christian history does not record the facts of confrontation between the Church and Asklepion; it continued to function for many centuries. The pagan temples of the complex became Christian, and the doctors-healers, having converted to Christianity, continued to fulfill their high duty. The Church, accepting the achievements of ancient medicine, cleansed it of pagan layers and showed that healing, as a result of medical experience and knowledge, is, however, in the hands of the One who is the true Master of both life and death” (1).
You can find many such moments. Christians recognize that God also speaks to the pagans in a language they understand, with the help of signs close to them. It is important that a person sees this sign and hears the word addressed to him. And he came to no one else, but to Christ.
After the sovereign sun has risen and illuminated everything, there is no need for other luminaries (moon, stars) that fought the darkness before sunrise. In the same way, with the advent of Christ, the Sun of Truth, all pre-Christian forms of religiosity and worship of God become unnecessary.
The worship of the Newborn Jesus by the Magi is an extremely important theologically important fact: the sages and religious leaders of pre-Christian humanity - sorcerers, magicians, worshiping Jesus (they worshiped, i.e. fell on their faces, only before the king), thereby resigning their powers. He - new Tsar and the High Priest who will lead the human race.
Russian translation: On this day the Virgin gives birth to the Superessential, and the earth brings a cave to the Unapproachable; Angels and shepherds praise, while the wise men travel behind the star, for for our sake a young Child, the Eternal God, was born!
And the Virgin giving birth to the Superessential (how else can one express the mystery of the nature of Jesus?);
And our planet, providing a warm, cozy cave to the One for Whom people did not deign to make room and did not give room.
Here Angels and shepherds sing hymns to the Newborn Savior;
The Magi wander through the night, guided by the Star of Bethlehem...
And all because for the sake of our Salvation, for the sake of the blessed and eternal Life in the joy of the Lord, His Son came to us.
All these are themes not of that history, but of eternal history, including ours. And with whom to be: with those who love Christ and serve Christ, or with those who do not care about Him, or even with those who are at enmity against Him - we make this choice every day.
Holiday of Christmas
Icon of the Nativity of Christ
Holiday of Christmas. Prayer.
The Nativity of Christ is truly the brightest day in the world, when boundless joy sets in, when it seems that the heavens are descending and everything earthly is dissolved in them. On this day everyone rejoices: both people and angels. It was this joy that more than two thousand years ago an Angel brought to the Bethlehem shepherds about the birth of the Son of God - the Savior of the human world.
Christmas history of the holiday.
On the eve of the birth of her son, the Mother of God came to Bethlehem. It was a small town, and there weren’t enough places in the hotel for everyone. And Mary and her betrothed Joseph spent the night in a cave, of which there were quite a few in those places, into which the shepherds drove their cattle at night. It was on this night that Christ was born. He was placed in a manger from which the cattle were fed. The first to worship God were the shepherds.
Far to the east lived the Magi, who also came to worship the Savior. They knew in advance about the imminent birth of the Messiah and followed the guiding star, which showed them the way in the sky. This star is called the Star of Bethlehem. The Magi crossed several states before coming to the Infant of God. They brought him gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. The gifts of the Magi have a symbolically deep meaning.
Gold symbolizes an offering to the King, because after the incarnation Jesus became an earthly king.
Incense is a priestly symbol, because Christ became the High Priest through his earthly ministry.
Myrrh - the body of dead people was anointed with it, and in the Christmas story it became a symbol indicating that Christ redeemed for all humanity, sacrificed himself.
Christians only began to celebrate this bright holiday in the fourth century. Until this moment, the birth of Christ was mentioned by the first Christians on the day of Epiphany, but then these holidays were divided, and Christmas became the second most important Christian holiday after Easter, surpassing the day of Epiphany.
In Rus', Christmas Day was especially looked forward to, because according to the Julian calendar, Christmas came first, and then New Year and traditionally the trees were decorated for Christmas. After the transition in the eighteenth year of the twentieth century to Gregorian calendar, first the New Year comes to us, and then we all celebrate the Nativity of Christ.
Christmas Eve, the day before the holiday, is a very strict day of fasting, when Christians do not eat food until the evening. The whole Earth is eagerly awaiting the moment of meeting the Divine Child. Now they fast only until the moment when a candle is brought to the center of the church after the Christmas Eve Liturgy and the troparion to the Nativity is sung.
Celebrating the Nativity of Christ.
Easter is considered the most important holiday in the Church. In addition to this bright holiday, there are twelve major holidays, which are called the twelve. The most important of them is considered to be the Nativity of Christ, which is celebrated before Epiphany from January 7 to 17. This time is called Christmastide. Both children and adults are looking forward to the Christmas holidays. Celebrations bring a sea of joy, sweets, fun, gifts, peace and comfort are felt in homes, hope burns in our hearts that the future will be joyful and bright.
This holiday is celebrated by believers in churches, and festive services are held in all churches. You cannot sleep on this night, because it is at this time that Christ is born. We remember that the Lord is always grateful to people for even the smallest efforts they make for Him.
Traditions of the Nativity of Christ.
People have many traditions associated with this happy holiday, and the Church recognizes most of them. On Christmas Eve, on the eve of the holiday, they always decorate a Christmas tree, on the top of which there is a star - a symbol of the Star of Bethlehem. On the Christmas tree, candles, and now light bulbs, remind us of the unearthly light emanating from the cave where Jesus was born. Gifts for the whole family are always placed under the Christmas tree. Also in temples and houses they build a symbolic cave with figures of people who surrounded the born Jesus.
The main action of this holiday is caroling, and everyone, both children and adults, carols. In villages where there were no tall buildings, people went from house to house, glorifying the birth of Jesus Christ, and therefore they were called Christoslavs. They brought good news to the house and therefore they were given to those who could: money, candies, fruits, sweets.
During Christmas, people visit each other and give gifts. From a Christian point of view, it is correct and beneficial to visit the suffering and sick. Children especially look forward to this holiday. If possible, you should give gifts to children in orphanages or hospitals, the main thing is to want to do good. You definitely need to go to church for worship.
Prayer for Christmas.
On a special Christmas night, everything is filled with magical magic, higher powers descend to us on earth, glorifying God. It is on this night that the heavenly channel of communication with the Almighty opens, and it is the prayers said by the priest in the temple at this time that not only carry a special meaning, but also have enormous power. Observance of church canons especially strengthens the appeal to God. Sincere prayer coming from the heart holidays will definitely be heard, will help you get through a difficult period, if there is one, and will also alleviate suffering.
If someone cannot come to church for various reasons, then you can pray at home during the holy supper. You definitely need to read the main prayer, known since ancient times - this is the Our Father. You can read an appeal to Our Lady or to Jesus Christ, a prayer for Christmas. To attract happiness and love into your life, you need to read a special prayer on the morning of Christmas Day.
Orthodox prayers in honor of the Nativity of Christ
The biggest Orthodox holiday After the Holy Resurrection of Christ, the Nativity of Christ is celebrated especially on January 7, especially revered by Christian believers. All these events have been reminding Christians for many centuries about the high truths of religion and serving as an example of virtue and piety. Christmas in Orthodox churches celebrated with solemn services which necessarily include reading Troparion of the Nativity of Christ January 7. The entire Orthodox faith is based on Christian culture, the beginning of which is associated with Christmas. Christianity, which brought light to the world, showed believers the great truth according to which the main driving force is love and virtue. The chronology begins with the birth of Jesus Christ. Orthodox services in honor of this holiday begin with a litia, followed by stichera on the stichera and ending with the troparion of the Nativity, which opens the path to worship of Christ for Orthodox parishioners. Even when the holiday has begun, the Holy Church does not stop caring for those who are not yet ready for its worthy meeting, because the troparion to the Nativity of Christ is not only joyful hymns, but also fervent prayers for every Christian soul asking for God’s mercy.
Prayer, akathist and troparion of the service of the Nativity of Christ
The solemn service of the celebration of Christmas begins with the morning service to Christ - the Non-Evening Light, who came to the Orthodox world to enlighten human nature. The morning service consists of a series of chants that reveal the idea of the Incarnation and glorify the Savior. These doxologies include the troparion to the Nativity of Christ, which is an unchangeable part of Matins. Before the start of Matins, the troparion was sung three times. Now, before singing the verses “God the Lord, appear to us,” which are sung in the voice of the troparion for the Nativity, he makes it possible to fully comprehend its sublime meaning, which is expressed in the words: “Thy Nativity, Christ our God, arise the worldly Light of reason.” The liturgical texts for the Feast of the Nativity of Christ are a presentation of Orthodox dogma in a poetic version, in which the Orthodox teaching about Christ the Savior is conveyed to Christians thanks to sacred biblical prayer poetry.
Listen to the video akathist in honor of the Nativity of Christ
Text of the Akathist to the Nativity of Christ
Chosen from all generations the most pure Angel the Virgin, and from her was born in the flesh, Christ our God; We offer thanksgiving to you, Your servants, Master. You, who have unspeakable mercy, free us from all troubles, calling: Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
A multitude of angels gathered in Bethlehem to see the incomprehensible Christmas; and seeing his Creator, lying in a manger like a baby, he was surprised! And with fear and reverence, Who was born and gave birth to God in reverence, singing this: Glory to Thee, Son of God, born before the age of the Father. Glory to You, who created all things with the Father and the Spirit. Glory to You, who came to save the lost. Glory to Thee, even the one who has descended to the level of a slave. Glory to Thee, the Seeker of the lost. Glory to You, Savior of the lost. Glory to You, I have destroyed the mediastinum of enmity. Glory to Thee, paradise, closed by disobedience, I will open again. Glory to Thee, I have loved the human race indescribably. Glory to Thee, I have revealed Heaven on earth. Glory to Thee, who gave birth to Thee Virgin, Who showed the Throne of the Cherubim. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
Seeing the disembodied Angels of their Lord, having received flesh from the Pure Virgin, they were horrified! And deciding to each other: this glorious Sacrament is incomprehensible to us to be: both marveling at that indescribable condescension, with fear, Alleluia.
All rational creation is horrified and thanksgiving sings Your Nativity, Lord, the mystery! The powers of heaven rejoice, singing: Glory to God in the highest, and the earth with man rejoices, but we continually cry: Glory to Thee, glorified God in the highest. Glory to You, Who created peace on earth. Glory to You, who reconciled us. Glory to You, who appeared to us on earth. Glory to Thee, indescribably incarnated from the Virgin. Glory to You, shining star. Glory to Thee, by this the Magi accepted the worship of Thee. Glory to You, you have graciously received gifts from them. Glory to You, who taught all creation to serve You. Glory to You, and to You who has taught us to sing. Glory to You, Who united us with Yourself. Glory to You, who saved us with Yourself. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
Mighty in strength, God of peace, and Father of generosity, has come to earth to save a perishing world: Now in Bethlehem, like a child, is born of the Virgin: Even the Mother and Mediator of salvation is shown, to all who glorify His incarnation and sing: Alleluia.
The Possessor, who most purely gave birth to You, unceasingly prays for us: rejoicingly we sing of Your incarnation, Master Mystery! And the Nativity from the Virgin, pleasing to God, we cry glorifyingly: Glory to Thee, Son of God, Glory to Thee, Son of the Virgin, unspeakably born of the Virgin. Glory to You, who showed us the abyss of love for mankind. Glory to You, who loved us indescribably. Glory to You, Who has sought the lost sheep. Glory to You, about the acquisition of that, the Angel who rejoiced rejoiced. Glory to You, who accepted this opportunity. Glory to You, who brought you to the Father. Glory to Thee, who have united men and Angels into one flock. Glory to You, who has delivered the world from delusion. Glory to You, who has shown us great and ineffable mercy. Glory to You, who loved us more than all creatures. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
The chaste Joseph, who had previously had doubtful thoughts, now sees the glorious ones inside the Divine den. Even if you saw that man was born of the Virgin, but understood from the things of the true God, then you bowed down to God, joyfully from the waist: Alleluia.
Hearing the shepherding Angel, announcing to them the birth of the Savior to the world, in the city of David: and soon they saw Him like a blameless lamb, lying in the womb of the Virgin, and the One who had given birth reverently serving and Joseph with fear; spoke about those spoken to them, and bowed to the Born One, deciding: Glory to Thee, Lamb of God, Savior of the world. Glory to You, Son of God, who showed us an indescribable miracle. Glory to Thee, the angelic singing who heard us appear. Glory to Thee, teaching us to praise Thee with them. Glory to Thee, Angels and men sing Thy understanding. Glory to You, who has created joy on earth and in heaven. Glory to You, for in You the heavenly and earthly will rejoice. Glory to Thee, for through Thee the earthly are united with the heavenly. Glory to You, who showed strength to the weak devil. Glory to You, who delivered us from that torment. Glory to Thee, unspeakable joy to those who believe in Thee. Glory to Thee, to those who love Thee with unspeakable sweetness. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
The divine star, presenting the Nativity of Christ, having seen the star-blues; and by driving, I reached the Incomprehensible and saw the Invisible: I rejoiced at Him crying out: Alleluia.
Seeing the king of Persistence, in the hand of the Maiden, the King of the reigning, as she sits on the throne of cherubs, and understands the Lord of that, if the slave has accepted the form, trying to bring gifts to Him: gold, as the King of all; Lebanon is like God; myrrh, like the Immortal, and bowing to the waist: Glory to Thee, Light shining upon all. Glory to You, you have called us as a star to worship You. Glory to You, who exposed the evil of the fierce Herod. Glory to You, who showed this vain intention. Glory to You, who delivered us from that delusion. Glory to You, You, the Sun of Truth, who taught to worship. Glory to Thee, who enlightened all with the light of reason. Glory to You, Who abolished the charm of polytheism with Your Christmas. Glory to You, who has completely overthrown the enemy’s dominion. Glory to You, who, together with the Father and the Spirit, taught us to worship You. Glory to You, who deceived us and crushed the head of the serpent. Glory to You, who has delivered us from eternal death. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to you.
Preacher of God-bearing messages, even fulfilling from You, You showed on earth that You, the Savior, were now born in a poor den from the Pure Virgin: and this rich man, for our sake, You became poor by your will, so that you might enrich people who sing to You by faith: Alleluia.
Thou didst shine forth from the Virgin, and Thy inexperienced Mother, Jesus, like the sun, enlightening and driving away the darkness of lies: for the demons, O Savior, impatient of Thy fortress, all trembled, and hell, having seen the miracle, was afraid: we cry out to Thee in gratitude: Glory to Thee, man To the Savior. Glory to Thee, Demon Consumer. Glory to You, who has frightened the charms of the boss with Your Christmas. Glory to You, who has abolished the charm of idols. Glory to You, who illuminated everything with the light of the knowledge of God. Glory to You, who drove away the darkness of ignorance. Glory to You, Stone, flowing water of salvation to everyone. Glory to Thee, quenching the thirst of Adam and David. Glory to You, like the sun, Who enlightened everything with Your Christmas. Glory to Thee, the rays of grace that enveloped the universe. Glory to You, who showed us the land of promise. Glory to Thee, from the whole nation's oath to the One Who Delivered us. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to you.
Although the hidden secret has been revealed to us from the ages, you have shown the servants of the sacrament from all creation, O Savior. From the angel Gabriel, from the man the Virgin, from the heavens the star, from the earth the den, in which you were pleased to be born: therefore, marveling at your ineffable wisdom, we call: Alleluia.
You showed this new creation, having appeared in the flesh of all, the Creator, from the seedless womb, and preserving it, as if it were incorruptible, and you showed the Intercessor of salvation to those who sang: Glory to Thee, Son of God, who showed Thee who gave birth to the Mother of mercy. Glory to Thee, who saved the Virgin after the Nativity. Glory to You, who came to save Adam. Glory to You, who quenched Eve’s tears. Glory to You, who came to save everyone. Glory to you, the leafy image of the Resurrection. Glory to Thee, the handwriting of our sins is cleared away. Glory to you, showing us an image of humility. Glory to Thee, for our sake the poor. Glory to You, who has enriched us with Your poverty. Glory to You, who has covered us with the robe of salvation. Glory to You, Who has delighted us with Your love. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
Having seen Your strange and glorious Nativity, performed in a den, let us remove ourselves from vanities more than the world, the mind of a humble man appeared on the Divine earth, and lead him to Heaven, To him crying: Alleluia.
Thou art all the desire, all the sweetness to those who love Thee, O Christ God, and Thy Divine condescension to those who glorify: for having been born of the Pure Virgin on earth, elevate us to Heaven, singing: Glory to Thee, Son of God, born on earth. Glory to Thee, indescribably incarnated from the Virgin. Glory to You, for showing us Yourself. Glory to You, I have called us from You who exist far away. Glory to You, we have indescribable joy. Glory to You, sweetness of our hearts. Glory to Thee, in Thy Nativity the light of salvation shone. Glory to You, shedding tears for our salvation. Glory to You, you extinguished the flame of our passions. Glory to Thee, having washed us from the filth of sin. Glory to You, who destroyed the crime. Glory to Thee, who delivered us from corruption. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
Every understanding and every mind, angelic and human, does not comprehend Your incomprehensible Nativity, Master, understand the Mystery; In both cases, Good Lord, accept our love and faith; and save us who sing to You: Alleluia.
The oracles of many things, like voiceless fish, we see about Your incarnation, Master, they are perplexed to say how perfect God is, how a perfect man appeared, and how He was born from a Virgin without artifice; We, without testing the Mysteries, glorify by faith alone, crying out: Glory to Thee, Hypostasis of God's Wisdom. Glory to You, unspeakable Joy to all. Glory to You, you who have revealed the wisdom of the unwise. Glory to You, those who are put to shame for You are put to shame. Glory to Thee, all the fabulous weaving has been torn to pieces. Glory to Thee, the light of the knowledge of God shining upon all. Glory to You, shedding wisdom in Your deeds. Glory to You, who has enlightened the minds of many. Glory to You, who showed us the path of salvation. Glory to Thee, innumerable abyss of mercy. Glory to Thee, abyss of generosity and philanthropy. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
Having desired to save the perishing world, which is the beautifier of all, from the Virgin, as a child is born and is wrapped in swaddling clothes in a manger, loosening the many-woven captivity of sins: And this Son of God, the Virgin Son, is born! And all wisdom will arrange and save the One who sings: Alleluia.
A wall and a pillar of malice contrary to God and a most lawless generation have appeared, the God-fighter is vainly striving to kill the life of all, and gentle infants, like unripe classes, are reaping swords: in the same way, we too, having rejected all malice from our hearts, we will glorify the one who came to save us blatantly: Glory to Thee, Herod’s plot is in vain showing off. Glory to Thee, from that beating the infants were likened to the angels. Glory to Thee, malice to the consumer. Glory to Thee, Teacher of humility and Lover of mortals. Glory to You, I have broken the horn of pride. Glory to You, the light of truth has shone to all. Glory to You, I have taught everyone meekness and humility. Glory to You, I will bring everything into Your knowledge. Glory to Thee, Who gave birth to Thy womb, Who sanctified Thy Nativity. Glory to You, you received miracles from the shepherds and gifts from the wise men. Glory to You, and teach the speechless. Glory to You, you who have sanctified all creation. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
All singing is overcome, for the sake of Your incarnation, it is worthy to bring those who want: and comfort is silence. We offer songs equal to the sand of the sea to Ti, the Most Holy King, but we do nothing worthily: with the same fear we sing: Alleluia.
Thy unstoppable light, dwelling in darkness and the shadow of death, our Savior, having seen from the Virgin, enlightened by the fire of Thy Divinity; and to Thee, the Giver of Wisdom and meaning, I girdle, crying out loudly: Glory to Thee, Son of God, Ineffable Light. Glory to You, Sun of Truth, Who enlightens all with Your Christmas. Glory to Thee, multi-light enlightenment who has arisen. Glory to You, who has poured out a multi-flowing river of grace for us. Glory to You, who richly gave water to those who thirst for salvation. Glory to You, who has shown Your blessings to those who love You and Your burden is easy. Glory to You, who has lightened us from the burden of sin. Glory to You, who has delivered us from the work of the enemy. Glory to You, everyone rejoiced at Your appearance on earth. Glory to Thee, we are comforted by the restoration of our existence. Glory to Thee, the land of our desires has been revealed to us. Glory to Thee, reconciling us who are enemies to the Father. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
Grace to all the taxes and debts of men, who came to resolve, our Savior, by Your Incarnation: thereby resolve our debts and tear up the handwriting of sins: Your unspeakable Christmas to those who glorify and incessantly sing: Alleluia.
Singing Your incarnation, we praise, bless and worship You, our Savior; and we believe that You are Lord and God, saving all who trust in You and Your ineffable Nativity from the Virgin, praising and singing this: Glory to You, Son of God, worshiped in the highest with the Father and the Spirit. Glory to You, glorified from all tribes of heaven and earth. Glory to Thee, you who have revealed the mystery hidden from the ages. Glory to You, You have shown Your ineffable love for us. Glory to Thee, Decorator of all creation. Glory to Thee, our all-merciful Savior. Glory to Thee, piously establishing the scepters of those reigning on earth. Glory to Thee, reverent saints and priests adorn with wisdom and splendor. Glory to You, the Church's foundation and affirmation. Glory to Thee, salvation and adornment to all the faithful. Glory to Thee, Physician and Healing of our bodies. Glory to Thee, the Decorator and Savior of our souls. Jesus, Son of God, who became incarnate for our sake, glory to You.
Oh, Sweet and All-Bountiful Jesus, our Savior, Creator and Master! Accept now this small prayerful thanksgiving and our praise, just as you received worship and gifts from the Magi; and save us, Your servants, from all adversity: and grant forgiveness of sins; and deliver eternal torment from those who truly glorify Thy, from the pure Virgin, Nativity and those crying out to Thy: Alleluia.
/This kontakion is read 3 times, then ikos 1 and kontakion 1/
Text of the prayer for the Nativity of Christ
Pre-Eternal Beginning, Holy and Eternal God, and Creator of all creation! With which words let us give thanks and with which songs we will magnify Your ineffable condescension for us for the sake of man, by the will of Your Divinity, without retreating, and without being separated from the bosom of the Father, this God, like a Man, has now rested in a wordless den, O Christ our God!
Whoever confesses this unspoken Sacrament, the greatness and glorious occurrence of the Sacrament: the Son of God, the Son of the Virgin appears, may he free the world from the legal oath, and make the sons of sin and iniquity children of God, heirs of eternal blessings, - for himself, as an immaculate and all-holy sacrifice, in may he bring the pledge of salvation for fallen man.
Sweetest Jesus, All-Merciful Lord! By Your Divine condescension, the earthly vale into the temple of Your Divine Glory was sanctified, and all those living on it were filled with heavenly joy. Grant us, then, on the day of Your Glorious Nativity, with a pure heart and an open soul, to confess Thee as the true Lamb of God, who delights and strengthens us with the hope of future blessings in the unfading Light of the Tri-radiant Divinity, in Whom everything lives and moves, and in Whom may the renewal of our original existence be perfected.
To her, Lord, rich in every good deed, the Giver and the Giver of Good, for which you so loved the world, for you deigned to bear all our sorrows and illnesses on yourself, and did not abandon us, until the vanity of earthly sorrows and misfortunes withered our souls, and did not perish the path of salvation is under our feet, may our enemies not laugh at us, but grant us, in the light of Your Divine Revelation, to know the path of peace, goodness and truth, and cry out with an insatiable thirst for You, our Savior, to do Your good will in Your passion. And in praise of Your ineffable condescension, like a fragrant incense, we offer You an undefiled life and unfeigned love, so that in our deeds and in the hope of our faith, Your Holy will will unceasingly be accomplished, and Your glory will not be silent under heaven forever; glory, as the only begotten from the Father, full of grace and truth. For in You, now born in the flesh of the Blessed and Most Pure Virgin Mary, all the tribes of heaven and earth, filled with joy, loudly confess: God is with us, to whom honor and worship is due - the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen.
Text of the troparion to the Nativity of Christ
Thy Nativity, Christ our God, rises up into the world's light of reason: in it, for the stars who serve as stars learn to bow to Thee, the Sun of Truth, and lead Thee from the heights of the East. Lord, glory to You.
Today the Virgin gives birth to the Most Essential, and the earth brings a den to the Unapproachable, Angels and shepherds praise, and wolves travel with the star: for for our sake the Young Child, the Eternal God, was born.
We magnify You, Life-Giving Christ, for our sake now born in the flesh from the Blessed and Most Pure Virgin Mary.
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Christmas is a Christian holiday. Therefore, on this day you should definitely pray to God. It is believed that it is on this day that the heavens open and it is worth talking about your most deepest desires, then they will definitely come true. The main thing is that your desires do not carry negative intentions.
- How to Pray for Christmas
- Prayer for money and wealth
- Prayer for marriage
- Prayer for health
- Glorification of the Nativity of Christ
- Troparion to the Nativity of Christ
- Kontakion, tone 3
- Troparion for the Forefeast
How to Pray for Christmas
The best thing to do is visit the church. But if this is not possible, you can read the prayer at home. It is especially good if you have an icon of the Nativity of Christ at home.
The following rules should also be observed:
- at the beginning of the prayer you should ask for strengthening of faith and forgiveness of sins;
- if you read a prayer from a sheet of paper, do not just read the words, the prayer must come from a pure heart;
- thank the Lord at the end for the opportunity to be heard;
- you should not conduct prayers if you are drunk;
- read "Our Father".
Prayer for good luck, happiness and prosperity
“Heavenly Father, our Savior. Hear your servant (your name). I pray to You, Lord, strengthen my faith and illuminate my life path. Teach me to follow You and do Your will. Help me find peace in my soul. I ask for myself and people on earth: may Your goodness come upon us. Happiness and peace will be in our lives. Let our souls be filled with your prayers. Amen" 
Prayer for money and wealth
“Lord Jesus Christ, our Savior, who deigned for our salvation to appear on earth in the flesh and be indescribably born of the Unknown and Most Pure Virgin Mary! We thank Thee, for Thou hast vouchsafed us, having purified ourselves through the feat of fasting, to achieve the great feast of Thy Nativity and in spiritual joy to sing praises to Thee with the angels, to praise Thee with the shepherds, and to worship Thee with the wise men. We thank You, for through Your great mercy and immeasurable condescension towards our weaknesses, You now console us not only with abundant spiritual food, but also with a festive meal. We also pray to You, who opens Your generous hand, fills all living things with Your blessings, gives everyone food in accordance with the times and rules of the Church, bless the festive foods prepared by Your faithful people, especially this, from which, in obedience to the Charter of Your Church, the slaves abstained in the past days of fasting Yours, may they be to those who partake of them with thanksgiving for health, for strengthening bodily strength, for joy and joy. May all of us, having every contentment, abound in good deeds, and from the fullness of a grateful heart glorify Thee, who nourishes and comforts us, together with Thy Beginning Father and the Most Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen".
Prayer for marriage
Many. But it is also important to say a prayer, which has the most powerful effect on Christmas Day.
“Blessed Virgin Mary, Queen of Heaven. Hear me. I appeal to You and pray for protection, sinful servant (your name). My heart is open to love, may it not come to me. Empty in my soul. Give me real sincere righteous love. Show me my chosen one, which was given to me from above. May our destinies be intertwined and with your support our lives will be righteous. Amen" 
Prayer for health
“Lord, Almighty, Holy King, punish and do not kill, strengthen those who fall and raise those who have been cast down, correct the bodily sorrows of people, we pray to You, our God, visit Your weak servant (name of the rivers) with Your mercy, forgive him every sin, voluntary and involuntary.
Hey, Lord, send down Your healing power from heaven, touch the body, extinguish the fire, tame passion and all lurking infirmities, be the physician of Your servant (the name of the river), raise him from the sick bed and from the bed of bitterness whole and all-perfect, grant him to Your Church pleasing and doing Your will.
For it is Yours to have mercy and save us, O our God, and to You we send glory, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages.
Amen."
Famous prayers for Christmas
Glorification of the Nativity of Christ
We magnify Thee,
Life-giving Christ,
for our sake, now born in the flesh from the Blessed One
and the Most Pure Virgin Mary.
Troparion to the Nativity of Christ
Your Nativity, Christ our God,
the rise of the world and the light of reason:
in it he serves the stars, and learns as a star.
I bow to you to the Sun of Truth,
and I lead you from the heights of the East: Lord, glory to you. 
Kontakion, tone 3
The Virgin is giving birth today to the Most Essential,
and the earth brings a den to the Unapproachable;
Angels and shepherds praise, while wolves travel with a star;
For our sake, the Young Child, the Eternal God, was born.
Troparion for the Forefeast
Get ready, Bethlehem, open to everyone,
Let's go, show off, Euphratho,
like the tree of life in the den of prosperity from the Virgin:
paradise for the mental womb appeared in it, the Divine garden,
From worthlessness we will live, not like Adam we will die.
Christ is born before the fallen to restore the image.
Forefeast (Evening Eve), tone 4:
Sometimes written with the elder Joseph, as from the seed of David, in Bethlehem, Miriam, bearing the seedless Birth.
It was Christmas time, and the place was not a single dwelling, but, like a red chamber, a den appeared to the Queen. Christ is born before the fallen to resurrect the image.
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3.9 (78.47%) 118 votes.Prayer on Christmas Day for health
“In the hand of Your great mercy, O my God, I entrust my soul and body, my feelings and words, my advice and thoughts, my deeds and all my movements of body and soul. My entry and exit, my faith and life, the course and end of my life, the day and hour of my breathing, my repose, the repose of my soul and body. But You, O Most Merciful God, invincible to the sins of the whole world, kindly, kindly Lord, accept me more than all sinners in the hand of Your protection and deliver from all evil, cleanse my many iniquities, grant correction to my evil and wretched life and from always delight me in the coming cruel falls of sin, and in no way will I anger Your love for mankind, with which you cover my weakness from demons, passions and evil people. Forbid the enemy, visible and invisible, guiding me along the saved path, bring me to You, my refuge and the land of my desires. Grant me a Christian end, unashamed, peaceful, keep me from the airy spirits of malice, at Your Last Judgment be merciful to Your servant and number me at the right hand of Your blessed sheep, and with them I will glorify You, my Creator, forever. Amen."
Christmas prayer for marriage
“It is with great joy that I turn to you, Mother of God.
You are the one who filled the fruit of your womb with love.
I, the servant of God (my name), am now asking you for help.
Please give me mutual and sincere love.
Send me a loving and caring husband,
so that I can raise my children in happiness and joy.
Hallowed be it your name. Amen".
Christmas prayer for money and wealth
“Lord Jesus Christ our God, who deigned for our salvation to appear on earth in the flesh and be indescribably born of the Unknown and Most Pure Virgin Mary! We thank Thee, for Thou hast vouchsafed us, having purified ourselves through the feat of fasting, to achieve the great feast of Thy Nativity and in spiritual joy to sing praises to Thee with the angels, to praise Thee with the shepherds, and to worship Thee with the wise men. We thank You, for through Your great mercy and immeasurable condescension towards our weaknesses, You now console us not only with abundant spiritual food, but also with a festive meal.
We also pray to You, who opens Your generous hand, fills all living things with Your blessings, gives everyone food in accordance with the times and rules of the Church, bless the festive foods prepared by Your faithful people, especially this, from which, in obedience to the Charter of Your Church, the slaves abstained in the past days of fasting Yours, may they be to those who partake of them with thanksgiving for health, for strengthening bodily strength, for joy and joy. May all of us, having every contentment, abound in good deeds, and from the fullness of a grateful heart glorify Thee, who nourishes and comforts us, together with Thy Beginning Father and the Most Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen".
Christmas prayer for happiness and prosperity
“Pre-Eternal Beginning, Holy and Eternal God, and Creator of all creation! With which words let us give thanks and with which songs we will exalt Your indescribable condescension for us, for the sake of man, by the will of Your Divinity, without retreating, and without being separated from the bosom of the Father, this God, like a man, has now rested in a wordless den, O Christ our God! Whoever confesses this unspoken sacrament, the greatness and the glorious fulfillment of the sacrament: the Son of God - the Son of the Virgin appears, that he may free the world from the legal oath, and make the sons of sin and iniquity children of God, heirs of eternal blessings - for himself, as an immaculate and all-holy sacrifice, in may he bring the pledge of salvation for fallen man. Sweetest Jesus, All-Merciful Lord! By Your Divine descent, the earthly vale into the temple of Your Divine Glory was sanctified, and all those living on it were filled with heavenly joy. Grant us, then, on the day of Your glorious Nativity, with a pure heart and an open soul, to confess Thee as the true Lamb of God, who delights and strengthens us with the hope of future blessings in the unfading Light of the Tri-radiant Divinity, in Whom everything lives and moves, and in Whom may the renewal of our original existence be perfected. To her, Lord, rich in every good deed, the Giver and the Giver of Good, for which you so loved the world, for you deigned to bear all our sorrows and illnesses on yourself, and did not abandon us, until the vanity of earthly sorrows and misfortunes withered our souls, and did not perish the path of salvation under our feet, may our enemies not laugh at us, but grant us, in the light of Your Divine Revelation, to know the path of peace, goodness and truth, and cry out with an insatiable thirst for You, our Savior, to do Your good will in Your passion, and in praise of Thy ineffable condescension, like a fragrant incense, to bring to Thee an undefiled life and unfeigned love, so that in our deeds and in the hope of our faith, Thy holy will is unceasingly accomplished, and Thy glory will never be silent under heaven, glory, like the Only Begotten from Father, fill with grace and truth. For in You, now born in the flesh of the Blessed and Most Pure Virgin Mary, all the tribes of heaven and earth, filled with joy, loudly confess: God is with us, to whom honor and worship is due - the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen."
The bright holiday of Christmas is an unusually joyful and wonderful event for every Christian. God became man in order to save us, He was born “according to the flesh” so that we would become closer to God.
The Nativity of Christ is one of the main Orthodox holidays and is considered the second most important event after Easter.
Orthodox Christians celebrate this day every year on January 7th. On this day, the Nativity Fast ends, and Christmastide begins - the time from the Nativity of Christ to the Epiphany.
Prayers for the Nativity of Christ are, first of all: joy, praise to the Lord and the magnification of the bright holiday.
On Christmas Day, Orthodox Christians greet each other with the words: “Christ is born!” and respond to the greeting: “We praise Him!”
Troparion of the Nativity
This troparion (hymn to Christmas) dates back to the 4th century. It is sung during the Christmas service and then for several days later, until January 13th.
Thy Nativity, Christ our God, shine forth into the world's light of reason, in which the stars who serve as stars learn. I bow to You, the Sun of Truth, and I lead You from the heights of the East. Lord, glory to You!
Russian translation:
Your Nativity, Christ our God, illuminated the world with the light of knowledge, for through it those who served the stars were taught to worship You, the Sun of Truth, and to know You, from the heights of the Rising Luminary. Lord, glory to You!
Kontakion of the Nativity
This is a special kontakion (hymn) that is performed during Christmas. “Today the Virgin gives birth to the Most Essential” - this kontakion was written by Saint Romanus the Sweet Singer at the beginning of the 6th century. According to legend, the Mother of God herself taught Roman to sing and blessed him to compose this hymn.
Today the Virgin gives birth to the Most Essential, and the earth brings a den to the Unapproachable; Angels and shepherds glorify, while wolves travel with the star, for for our sake the Young Child, the Eternal God, was born.
Russian translation
On this day the Virgin gives birth to the Superessential, and the earth brings a cave to the Inaccessible; Angels and shepherds praise, while the Magi travel with the star, for for our sake a young Child, the Eternal God, was born.
Christmas stichera
In Orthodox worship, starting with the Nativity Fast, special stichera (chants) are sung, which remind us that Christmas is approaching. This is one such stirkh, taken from the All-Night Vigil service on the day of St. Nicholas (December 19).
Be adorned in the den, for the Lamb is coming bearing Christ’s belly: take up the manger with the word of him who has absolved us earth-born from the wordless deeds. As a shepherd, bear witness to the terrible miracles: and bring willows from Persis, gold and frankincense and myrrh to the king, as if the Lord appeared from the Virgin Mother. He bowed down slavishly to Mother, and greeted the one held in Her embrace: how did you dwell in Me, or how did you vegetate in Me, My Savior and God?
Russian translation
Be adorned, cave, for the Lamb (that is, a lamb, a meek, humble animal, with which people who are submissive to God are usually compared; in this case, the Lamb is the Virgin Mary, the One who will give birth to Christ) is coming, carrying Christ in her womb. The manger, lift up with the word of the one who freed us, earthly beings, from senseless deeds. Shepherds playing flutes, testify to a terrifying miracle; and the wise men from Persia, bring gold, frankincense and myrrh to the king, for the Lord has appeared from the Virgin Mother. And before Him, humbly falling, the Mother herself bowed, turning to the One who was in Her arms: “How were You conceived in Me? Or how has My Savior and God grown in Me?
The most famous Christmas poem
Glory to God in the Highest, and on earth peace, today Bethlehem receives Him who sits ever with the Father; today the Angels of the Child, born divinely, glorify: Glory to God in the Highest, and on earth peace, good will towards men.
Russian translation
Glory to God in the highest and peace on earth! On this day Bethlehem receives Him who sits forever with the Father. On this day, the Angels glorify the born Baby as God: “Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace, good will among people!
Prayer for Christmas
“Lord Jesus Christ our God, who deigned for our salvation to appear on earth in the flesh and be indescribably born of the Unknown and Most Pure Virgin Mary! We thank Thee, for Thou hast vouchsafed us, having purified ourselves through the feat of fasting, to achieve the great feast of Thy Nativity and in spiritual joy to sing praises to Thee with the angels, to praise Thee with the shepherds, and to worship Thee with the wise men. We thank You, for through Your great mercy and immeasurable condescension towards our weaknesses, You now console us not only with abundant spiritual food, but also with a festive meal.”
“At the same time, we pray to You, who opens Your generous hand, fills all living things with Your blessings, gives everyone food in accordance with the times and rules of the Church, bless the festive foods prepared by Your faithful people, especially this, from them, in obedience to the Charter of Your Church, in the past days of fasting Thy servants abstained, so that those who eat them with thanksgiving will be in health, in strengthening their bodily strength, in joy and joy. May all of us, having every contentment, abound in good deeds, and from the fullness of a grateful heart glorify Thee, who nourishes and comforts us, together with Thy Beginning Father and the Most Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen".
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