St. John of Damascus Icono-Graphic | Orthodox Christian Saint | Red Gold & Black High Contrast Design | Midweight Cotton Unisex TeeStichera for the Dead by St. John of Damascus Tone 1 What pleasure in this life remains unmarked by sorrow? What glory can endure upon this earth unchanged? All is feebler than a shadow, more deceptive than a dream; for death in a single moment takes all things away. But in the light of Thy countenance, O Christ, and in the joy of Thy beauty, give rest to those whom Thou hast chosen, for Thou lovest mankind. Tone 2 As a flower withers and a dream

and you will see what you have lost—but what is the use

as well as the glory of the other angelic powers

but either you have not the strength or the opportunity is lacking

then shall he appear in glory

Homily 3 on Philippians 1

because otherwise they would have no share with him in the future life

and my mouth shall declare Thy praise

would become a man and take upon Himself the sins of the world

to St Peter's warning that "the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober

and more glorious beyond compare than the Seraphim

thou knowest this

Sixth Hour: Christ’s Crucifixion