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The text of this akathist is also considered a heritage of Orthodox theology. However, it is not required to be read, like, for example, the canons before communion. What is an akathist to Jesus Christ, why it is recommended to pronounce it, and how it can help a Christian - read about all this further.

History and significance

Among all theological works, this text is considered one of the most touching and heartbreaking. The song carries a certain meaning: our Savior took upon himself all the terrible torments in order to save the human race from suffering. It was because of his love for people that Jesus went through death on the cross, because in this way he was able to grant salvation to us all.

The text of this akathist is distinguished by a laudatory, enthusiastic style, and reveals the following topics:

the descent of Jesus to earth in human form;
the life of the Son of God;
the virtues of Jesus;
his torment.

Among the variety of Orthodox akathists, it is worth highlighting this text as one of the oldest. It was written back in the 13th century. The song dedicated to Jesus Christ is considered the first religious hymn, which in its structure is an akathist (consists of 12 kontakia and 12 ikos). These stanzas replace each other. The Savior’s virtues are described directly in the ikos.

It is not recommended to say such a prayer on your own without receiving a blessing from a priest. Only after this can you safely read such a religious hymn. As for some of the rules recommended for implementation, it is worth noting that such prayers are said while standing. You cannot listen to this hymn or read it out loud while sitting. Another important point: the final part of this akathist is pronounced on one’s knees.

An akathist dedicated to Jesus Christ is worth reading if you have a difficult emotional state, if you give up, if you are experiencing moments of depression and bitter despair. However, if you feel good - both mentally and physically - this song can also be uttered. In fact, such chant is considered universal.

Video “Akathist to our Lord Jesus Christ”

In this video you can listen to an audio recording of an akathist to our Lord Jesus Christ.

Chosen Voivode and Lord, hell to the conqueror, as if you were delivered from eternal death, having praised You, Your creation and servant; but as if you have unspeakable mercy, free me from all troubles, calling:

Creator of angels and Lord of hosts, open my bewildered mind and tongue to the praise of Your most pure name, just as You opened the ears and tongue of the deaf and humming of old, and said the following call:

Wonderful Jesus, wonder of angels;
Most powerful Jesus, deliverance of the first parents.
Sweet Jesus, magnification of the patriarchs;
Glorious Jesus, strengthening of the faithful.
Beloved Jesus, fulfillment of the prophets;
Wonderful Jesus, fortress of martyrs.
Quiet Jesus, joy of the monks;
Most merciful Jesus, sweetness of the elders.
Most merciful Jesus, abstinence for fasters;
Most sweet Jesus, joy to the saints.
Most honorable Jesus, virgin chastity;
Eternal Jesus, salvation of sinners.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Seeing the green widow weeping, Lord, as if you had mercy then, you raised up her son for burial: have mercy on me too, O Lover of Mankind, and raise up my soul, mortified by sins, calling: Alleluia.

Jesus, eternal God;
Jesus, most powerful King.
Jesus, long-suffering Master;
Jesus, most merciful Savior.
Jesus, my most gracious guardian;
Jesus, cleanse my sins.
Jesus, take away my iniquities;
Jesus, let go of my iniquities.
Jesus, my hope, do not forsake me;
Jesus, my helper, do not reject me.
Jesus, my Creator, do not forget me;
Jesus, my Shepherd, do not destroy me.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

You have clothed the Apostles with power from on high, O Jesus, who sit in Jerusalem, and clothed me, naked from all good works, with the warmth of Your Holy Spirit, and grant me to sing to You with love: Alleluia.

Have riches of mercy, O publicans and sinners, and you have called the unbelievers, O Jesus; Do not despise me now, who is like them, but as a valuable ointment, accept this song:

Jesus, invincible power;
Jesus, endless mercy.
Jesus, most radiant beauty;
Jesus, love unspeakable.
Jesus, Son of the Living God;
Jesus, have mercy on me, a sinner.
Jesus, hear me, conceived in iniquity;
Jesus, cleanse me, born in sins.
Jesus, teach me what is inappropriate;
Jesus, lighten the dark for me.
Jesus, cleanse me that is filthy;
Jesus, lead me up as a prodigal.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Having a storm within with doubtful thoughts, Peter drowned, seeing You exist in the flesh, Jesus, and walking on the waters, knowing You the true God, and receiving the hand of salvation, saying: Alleluia.

Hearing Thee passing by, O Lord, the blind man cried out: Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me! And having called, you opened his eyes. Enlighten with Your mercy the eyes of the mental heart and me, crying out to You and saying:

Jesus, Creator on high;
Jesus, lower Redeemer.
Jesus, hell to the consumer;
Jesus, beautifier of all creation.
Jesus, Comforter of my soul;
Jesus, enlightener of my mind.
Jesus, my heart is glad;
Jesus, health to my body.
Jesus, my Savior, save me;
Jesus, my light, enlighten me.
Jesus, deliver me from all torment;
Jesus, save me, unworthy.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

With your rich Blood, as you redeemed us of old from the legal oath, Jesus, free us from the snare by which the serpent is stained with carnal passions, and lustful obsession, and evil despondency, crying out to You: Alleluia.

Jesus, true God;
Jesus, Son of David.
Jesus, most glorious King;
Jesus, Lamb without blemish.
Jesus, wonderful Shepherd;
Jesus, guardian of my youth.
Jesus, feeder of my youth;
Jesus, praise in my old age.
Jesus, there is hope in my death;
Jesus, life after my death.
Jesus, my consolation is at Thy judgment;
Jesus, my desire, do not disgrace me then.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Preacher of God-bearing prophecies and fulfilling verbs, Jesus, appeared on earth and you lived inconceivably with man, and you took away our illnesses, from where by your wounds we were healed, singing with our hands: Alleluia.

Jesus, truly, flattery drives away;
Jesus, the light that surpasses all lordships.
Jesus, King, overcome all strengths;
Jesus, God, remain in mercy.
Jesus, Animal Bread, satisfy my hunger;
Jesus, fountain of reason, give drink to me when I am thirsty.
Jesus, robe of joy, clothe me who perishes;
Jesus, cover of joy, cover me, unworthy.
Jesus, giver of those who ask, give me mourning for my sins;
Jesus, find for those who seek, find my soul.
Jesus, opener and interpreter, open my accursed heart;
Jesus, Redeemer of sinners, cleanse my iniquities.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Although you have revealed the hidden secret from the ages, like you led a sheep to the slaughter,

Jesus, and like a silent lamb straight from its shearer, and like God, you have risen from the dead, and you have ascended into heaven with glory, and you have raised us up with us, calling: Alleluia.

The Creator showed a wondrous display to us: without seed from the Virgin he was incarnate from the tomb, without breaking the seal, he was resurrected, and to the Apostle, the door was closed, with the flesh below. Even more miraculously, let us sing:

Jesus, the unfathomable Word;
Jesus, the unseen Word.
Jesus, incomprehensible power;
Jesus, wisdom unthinkable.
Jesus, indescribable Deity;
Jesus, dominion innumerable.
Jesus, kingdom invincible;
Jesus, endless dominion.
Jesus, the highest fortress;
Jesus, eternal power.
Jesus, my Creator, have mercy on me;
Jesus, my Savior, save me.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Seeing God in a strange way, let us withdraw from the vanity of the world and place our minds on the Divine. For this reason, God came down to earth, so that he may lead us to heaven, crying out to Him: Alleluia.

All the things below and those above, the Countless One, did not retreat in any way, when by His will we suffered for the sake of suffering, and by His death put to death our death, and by His resurrection gave life to those who sing:

Jesus, sweet heart;
Jesus, bodily fortress.
Jesus, your spiritual lordship;
Jesus, quick smart.
Jesus, joyful conscience;
Jesus, hopefully known.
Jesus, eternal memory;
Jesus, high praise.
Jesus, my glory, exalted;
Jesus, my desire, do not deny me.
Jesus, my Shepherd, seek me;
Jesus, my Savior, save me.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

All angelic nature ceaselessly glorifies Your holy name, Jesus, in heaven, Holy, Holy, Holy, crying out; We, sinners on earth, cry out with mortal lips: Alleluia.

We see the prophets of many things, like dumb fish, about You, Jesus, our Savior: for they are perplexed to say how the immutable God and the perfect man abide? We, marveling at the mystery, cry out truly:

Jesus, eternal God;
Jesus, King of kings.
Jesus, Lord of those who possess;
Jesus, Judge of the living and the dead.
Jesus, hope of the uncertain;
Jesus, comfort to those who mourn.
Jesus, glory to the poor;
Jesus, do not judge me based on my deeds.
Jesus, cleanse me according to Your mercy;
Jesus, take away despondency from me.
Jesus, enlighten my thoughts of heart.
Jesus, give me memory of death.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Although you came to save the world, from the East to the East, to the dark West - to our nature, you humbled yourself to death; In the same way, Your name is exalted above every other name, and from all the tribes of heaven and earth you hear: Alleluia.

To the Eternal King, the Comforter, the true Christ, cleanse us from all filth, as you cleansed the ten lepers, and heal us, as you healed the money-loving soul of Zacchaea the publican, and cry out to You in tenderness:

Jesus, incorruptible treasure;
Jesus, inexhaustible wealth,
Jesus, strong food;
Jesus, inexhaustible drink.
Jesus, beggars' clothing;
Jesus, intercession of widows.
Jesus, defender of the orphans;
Jesus, help those who labor.
Jesus, teacher of strangers;
Jesus, the floating helmsman.
Jesus, the stormy calm;
Jesus God, raise me up, fallen.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

I bring all-congratulatory singing to Ti, unworthy, I cry to Ti like a Canaanite:

Jesus, have mercy on me; not a daughter, but an imam of flesh, enraged by fierce passions and scorched by rage, and grant healing to the crying Ty: Alleluia.

Jesus, my mighty King;
Jesus, my most powerful God.
Jesus, my immortal Lord;
Jesus, my glorious Creator.
Jesus, my kind Mentor;
Jesus, my most generous Shepherd.
Jesus, my most merciful Lord;
Jesus, my most merciful Savior.
Jesus, enlighten my feelings, darkened by passions;
Jesus, heal my body, weakened by sins.
Jesus, cleanse my mind from vain thoughts;
Jesus, keep my heart from evil lusts.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Give me grace, the resolver of all debts, Jesus, and accept me repentant, as you accepted Peter, who rejected You, and call me, despondent, like Paul of old, persecuting Thee, and hear me, crying out to Thee: Alleluia.

Jesus, Eternal King, have mercy on me;
Jesus, fragrant flower, scent me.
Jesus, dearly beloved, warm me;
Jesus, eternal temple, cover me.
Jesus, bright robe, adorn me;
Jesus, honest bead, shine on me.
Jesus, precious stone, enlighten me;
Jesus, sun of righteousness, illuminate me.
Jesus, holy light, shine upon me;
Jesus, deliver me from mental and physical illnesses.
Jesus, take me from the hand of the enemy;
Jesus, release me from unquenchable fire and other eternal torments.
Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Oh, sweet and all-generous Jesus! Accept now this little prayer of ours, as you have accepted two mites of widows, and preserve Your heritage from enemies visible and invisible, from the invasion of foreigners, from illness and famine, from all sorrow and mortal wounds, and the coming torment of all who cry out to You: Alleluia .

This kontakion is read three times, then the 1st ikos: More Creative than Angels... and the 1st kontakion: Chosen Voevodo...

Master Lord Jesus Christ my God, who for the sake of Your ineffable love for mankind was clothed in the flesh at the end of the ages by the Ever-Virgin Mary, I glorify Your saving providence for me, Your servant, Master; I will sing praises to You, because for the sake of the Father I have known You; I will bless You, for whose sake the Holy Spirit has come into the world; I bow to Your Most Pure Mother in the flesh, Who served such a terrible secret; I praise Your angelic faces, as the singers and servants of Your Majesty; I honor John the Baptist, who baptized You, O Lord; I honor the prophets who proclaimed You, I glorify Your holy apostles; I triumph and the martyrs, and I glorify Your priests; I worship Your saints, and I cherish all Your righteous ones. I bring such and such a many and ineffable face of the Divine into prayer to You, Thy all-generous God, Thy servant, and for this sake I ask forgiveness for my sin, grant me all of Thy for the sake of the saints, more abundantly than Thy holy bounties, for Thou art blessed forever. Amen.

Prayer is obligatory for those who consider themselves Christians. In Orthodoxy, a special “rule” is required to be read in the morning and at the end of the day. Akathists are a special form of prayer that is very popular among the people. They are read at will, including to the Sweetest Jesus.

History of writing

Akathists arose back in the 6th century; it is impossible to establish a more precise date. This is a special form of church poetry. It consists of two different types of verses:

Ikos are stanzas that describe a certain event or the virtues of a saint, the story of the discovery of a miraculous icon, in this case, the qualities of Jesus are glorified. There are 12 such verses in total, alternating with shorter ones.

Kontakia - they are smaller in volume, often each begins with the exclamation “Rejoice!”, followed by laudatory epithets to the person to whom the akathist is addressed. The lines end with the cry of “Hallelujah” being sung three times. Kondakov 13.

At the end, specially written prayers are read, also addressed to the saint, event or image of the icon.

This is the structure of every akathist, also to the Sweetest Jesus. Simplicity of form, small volume, understandable syllables even without special translation - all this makes such hymns very popular among parishioners. Although the akathist is present in official worship only once a year, every Orthodox Christian at least several times in his life has taken the trouble to read the akathist to his beloved saint.

Date of writing - 13th century, the akathist to Jesus Christ the Sweetest is one of the first known such prayers. It is customary to read any of them while standing; during the final prayer you can even kneel. The author remains unknown, but this should not be upsetting - the Lord knows who composed this beautiful hymn praising the virtues of Jesus as God and Man.

When to read the akathist

Turning to the Lord should be regular; ideally, you should constantly feel yourself before the face of God. When there is a desire to offer special prayers, the text of the akathist to the Sweetest Jesus is well suited here. As the name implies, the purpose of its writing was to glorify the Savior.

The words were chosen by the author in such a way that they can express joy, gratitude, and admiration. And in moments of depression, a reminder of the suffering of Jesus will help perk up. Priests even specifically advise reading it to avoid depression and not to lose heart. Prayer will help you find a way out of any situation.

The content is entirely devoted to the earthly journey of the Savior; the akathist to our sweetest Lord Jesus Christ shows all the virtues of His personality. While singing, many people cry because the text is very touching. He tells about the miracles that were performed by the Teacher, about death on the cross, about victory over hell and death. The place that Christ occupies in the souls of monks, patriarchs, angels, martyrs and everyone inhabiting the earth is also sung.

You can read the akathist to the Sweetest Jesus at home. At the same time, it is not necessary to sing, as they sing in the temple, if there is no ability or desire. But it is important that the words are spoken out loud. Any prayers must be read so that a person hears himself. Let it be quiet, but the holy words must sound. After all, the angels in heaven do not pray “to themselves,” just like the priests at the service. And at home, a Christian also performs divine services, only privately, privately.

You can receive a blessing and read prayers in the temple, together with other parishioners or even with a priest. It is not customary to read akathists during Lent. Before a home vigil, you should first read the opening prayers, the penitential psalm (50th), and the Creed. Upon completion - the same final prayers as in the prayer book.

Read the Akathist to the Sweetest Jesus online

Kontakion 1

Chosen Voivode and Lord, hell to the conqueror, as if you were delivered from eternal death, I will sing praises to You, Thy creation and servant; but, as if you have unspeakable mercy, free me from all troubles, calling: Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Ikos 1

Kontakion 2

Seeing the widow weeping green, Lord, as if you had mercy then and raised up her son for burial; Have mercy on me too, O Lover of mankind, and resurrect my soul, killed by sins, calling: Alleluia.

Ikos 2

Philip, seeking to understand the unreasonable mind, Lord, show us the Father, he said; You come to him: you have been with Me for so long, have you not known that the Father is in Me, and I am in the Father? Moreover, Unexplored, I call to You with fear: Jesus, Eternal God; Jesus, most powerful King. Jesus, long-suffering Master; Jesus, most merciful Savior. Jesus, my most gracious guardian; Jesus, cleanse my sins. Jesus, take away my iniquities; Jesus, let go of my iniquities. Jesus, my hope, do not forsake me; Jesus, my helper, do not reject me. Jesus, my Creator, do not forget me; Jesus, my Shepherd, do not destroy me. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 3

You have clothed the Apostles with power from on high, O Jesus, who sit in Jerusalem, and clothed me, naked from all good works, with the warmth of Your Holy Spirit, and grant me to sing to You with love: Alleluia.

Ikos 3

Have riches of mercy, O publicans and sinners, and you have called the unbelievers, O Jesus; Do not despise me now, who is like them, but, like a valuable ointment, accept this song: Jesus, invincible power; Jesus, endless mercy. Jesus, most radiant beauty; Jesus, love unspeakable. Jesus, Son of the Living God; Jesus, have mercy on me, a sinner. Jesus, hear me conceived in iniquity; Jesus, cleanse me of the sins I was born of. Jesus, teach me what is inappropriate; Jesus, lighten the dark for me. Jesus, cleanse me that is filthy; Jesus, lead me up as a prodigal. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 4

Having a storm of doubtful thoughts inside, Peter drowned; Having seen Thee existing in the flesh, Jesus, and walking on the waters, I came to know Thee as the true God and, having received the hand of salvation, said: Alleluia.

Ikos 4

Hearing Thee passing by, O Lord, the blind man cried out: Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me! And having called, you opened his eyes. Enlighten with Thy mercy the eyes of the mental heart and of me, crying out to Thee and saying: Jesus, to the Creator on high; Jesus, lower Redeemer. Jesus, hell to the consumer; Jesus, beautifier of all creation. Jesus, Comforter of my soul; Jesus, enlightener of my mind. Jesus, my heart is glad; Jesus, health to my body. Jesus, my Savior, save me; Jesus, my light, enlighten me. Jesus, deliver me from all torment; Jesus, save me, unworthy. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 5

With your rich Blood, as you redeemed us of old from the legal oath, Jesus, free us from the snare by which the serpent is stained with carnal passions, and lustful obsession, and evil despondency, crying out to You: Alleluia.

Ikos 5

Having seen the fathers of Jewry in the form of humanity, Who created man by the hand, and understood Him as the Lord, striving with branches to please Him, their hosanna was crying out. We offer a song to Thee, saying: Jesus, true God; Jesus, Son of David. Jesus, most glorious King; Jesus, Lamb without blemish. Jesus, wonderful Shepherd; Jesus, guardian of my youth. Jesus, feeder of my youth; Jesus, praise in my old age. Jesus, hope in my death; Jesus, life after my death. Jesus, my consolation is at Thy judgment; Jesus, my desire, do not disgrace me then. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 6

Preacher of God-bearing prophecies and fulfilling verbs, Jesus, appeared on earth and you lived inconceivably with man, and you took away our illnesses, from where by your wounds we were healed, singing with our hands: Alleluia.

Ikos 6

The illumination of Thy truth has risen into the universe, and the flattery of demons has been driven away: for idols, our Savior, do not tolerate Thy strength, fallen. We, having received salvation, cry out to You: Jesus, truly, you drive away flattery; Jesus, the light that surpasses all lordships. Jesus, King, overcome all strengths; Jesus, God, remain in mercy. Jesus, Animal Bread, satisfy my hunger; Jesus, fountain of reason, give drink to me when I am thirsty. Jesus, robe of joy, clothe me who perishes; Jesus, cover of joy, cover me, unworthy. Jesus, giver of those who ask, give me mourning for my sins; Jesus, find for those who seek, find my soul. Jesus, opener and interpreter, open my accursed heart; Jesus, Redeemer of sinners, cleanse my iniquities. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 7

Although you have revealed the hidden secret from the ages, as you led a sheep to the slaughter, O Jesus, and as a silent lamb straight from its shearer, and as God rose from the dead, and ascended into heaven with glory, and you raised us up with us, calling: Alleluia.

Ikos 7

The Creator showed a wondrous display to us: He was incarnate without seed from the Virgin, from the tomb, without breaking the seal, resurrected, and to the Apostle, the door closed, with the flesh below. In the same way, marveling, let us sing: Jesus, the unfathomable Word; Jesus, the unseen Word. Jesus, incomprehensible power; Jesus, wisdom unthinkable. Jesus, indescribable Deity; Jesus, dominion innumerable. Jesus, kingdom invincible; Jesus, endless dominion. Jesus, the highest fortress; Jesus, eternal power. Jesus, my Creator, have mercy on me; Jesus, my Savior, save me. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 8

Seeing God in a strange way, let us withdraw from the vanity of the world and place our minds on the Divine. For this reason, God came down to earth, so that he may lead us to heaven, crying out to Him: Alleluia.

Ikos 8

All the things below, and those above, did not retreat in any way, Countless One, always willing us to suffer, and by His death put to death our death, and by His resurrection gave life to those who sing: Jesus, sweetness of the heart; Jesus, bodily fortress. Jesus, your spiritual lordship; Jesus, quick smart. Jesus, joyful conscience; Jesus, hopefully known. Jesus, eternal memory; Jesus, high praise. Jesus, my glory, exalted; Jesus, my desire, do not deny me. Jesus, my Shepherd, seek me; Jesus, my Savior, save me. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 9

All angelic nature ceaselessly glorifies Your holy name, Jesus, in heaven: Holy, Holy, Holy, crying out; We, sinners on earth, cry out with mortal lips: Alleluia.

Ikos 9

The vets are multiplying, like dumb fish we see about You, Jesus, our Savior: they are perplexed to say how the immutable God and perfect man abide? We, marveling at the mystery, cry out faithfully: Jesus, eternal God; Jesus, King of kings. Jesus, Lord of those who possess; Jesus, Judge of the living and the dead. Jesus, hope of the uncertain; Jesus, comfort to those who mourn. Jesus, glory to the poor; Jesus, do not judge me based on my deeds. Jesus, cleanse me according to Your mercy; Jesus, take away despondency from me. Jesus, enlighten my thoughts of heart; Jesus, give me memory of death. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 10

Although you came to save the world, from the East to the East, to the dark West - to our nature, you humbled yourself to death; In the same way, Your name is exalted above every other name, and from all the tribes of heaven and earth you hear: Alleluia.

Ikos 10

To the Eternal King, the Comforter, the true Christ, cleanse us from all filth, as you cleansed the ten lepers, and heal us, as you healed the money-loving soul of Zacchaeus the publican, and cry to You, crying out in tenderness: Jesus, incorruptible treasure; Jesus, inexhaustible wealth. Jesus, strong food; Jesus, inexhaustible drink. Jesus, beggars' clothing; Jesus, intercession of widows. Jesus, defender of the orphans; Jesus, help those who labor. Jesus, teacher of strangers; Jesus, the floating helmsman. Jesus, the stormy calm; Jesus God, raise me up, fallen. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 11

I bring all-congratulatory singing to Thee, unworthy, I cry to Thee like a Canaanite: Jesus, have mercy on me; not the daughter, but the flesh of the imam, enraged by passions and scorched by rage, and give healing to the crying Ty: Alleluia.

Ikos 11

Giver of light to those who exist in the darkness of unreason, first, Paul, persecute Thee, instill the power of the God-reasonable voice and understand spiritual quickness; Enlighten the dark apple of my soul and my soul, calling: Jesus, my mighty King; Jesus, my most powerful God. Jesus, my immortal Lord; Jesus, my glorious Creator. Jesus, my kind Mentor; Jesus, my most generous Shepherd. Jesus, my most merciful Lord; Jesus, my most merciful Savior. Jesus, enlighten my feelings, darkened by passions; Jesus, heal my body, weakened by sins. Jesus, cleanse my mind from vain thoughts; Jesus, keep my heart from evil lusts. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 12

Give me grace, the resolver of all debts, Jesus, and accept me repentant, as you accepted Peter, who rejected You, and call me, despondent, like Paul of old, persecuting Thee, and hear me, crying out to Thee: Alleluia.

Ikos 12

Singing Your incarnation, we all praise You, and we believe with Thomas that You are Lord and God, sitting with the Father and willing to judge the living and the dead. Then make me worthy to stand on my right hand, crying: Jesus, Eternal King, have mercy on me; Jesus, fragrant flower, scent me. Jesus, dearly beloved, warm me; Jesus, eternal temple, cover me. Jesus, bright robe, adorn me; Jesus, honest bead, shine on me. Jesus, precious stone, enlighten me; Jesus, sun of righteousness, illuminate me. Jesus, holy light, shine upon me; Jesus, deliver me from mental and physical illnesses. Jesus, take me from the hand of the enemy; Jesus, unquenchable fire and other eternal torments free me. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 13

Oh, sweet and all-generous Jesus! Accept now this little prayer of ours, as you have accepted two mites of widows, and preserve Your heritage from enemies visible and invisible, from the invasion of foreigners, from illness and famine, from all sorrow and mortal wounds, and the coming torment of all who cry out to You: Alleluia , alleluia, alleluia.

(Kondak is read three times)

Ikos 1

O Creator of angels and Lord of strength, open my bewildered mind and tongue to the praise of Thy most pure name, just as Thou didst open the ears and tongue of the deaf and humming ancients, and with the following call: O most wonderful Jesus, the wonder of the angels; Most powerful Jesus, deliverance of the first parents. Sweet Jesus, magnification of the patriarchs; Glorious Jesus, strengthening of kings. Beloved Jesus, fulfillment of the prophets; Wonderful Jesus, fortress of martyrs. Quiet Jesus, joy of the monks; Most merciful Jesus, sweetness of the elders. Most merciful Jesus, abstinence for fasters; Most sweet Jesus, joy to the saints. Most honorable Jesus, virgin chastity; Eternal Jesus, salvation of sinners. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

There are two versions of the Akathist to the Lord Jesus Christ: the first is called the Akathist to the Sweetest Jesus, the second is called the Akathist before the image of the Savior Not Made by Hands. Every Orthodox prayer book contains an akathist to the Sweetest Jesus, but the second akathist is rarer.

This is a long prayer appeal to the Lord, which contains requests for all needs. The words of the prayer are touching; they contain an appeal to God, words of repentance, and reflections on the endless love of God, the appearance of the God-Man in the world, the Lord’s suffering for the salvation of the human race and His wonderful Resurrection. The akathist is at the same time a spiritual instruction that can change the life of the person praying.

Prayer to Jesus Christ - Akathist to the Almighty Lord Pantocrator

According to scientists, the Akathist to the Image Not Made by Hands is one of the oldest monuments of literature in Rus'. Its original source dates back to the 13th century and is the first prayer text with the structure of a modern Orthodox akathist. This is a genre of prayer. consisting of 12 kontakia and 12 ikos, alternating according to the kontakion-ikos pattern. The Akathist can be easily recognized by the repeated words-calls “Rejoice”, which are contained at the end of the ikos. The kontakia and the beginnings of the ikos contain historical information, repentant and petitionary appeals to the Lord - in the akathist to the Savior Not Made by Hands.

Over time, bishops, priests, Church leaders, and ordinary believers compiled akathists for almost every saint glorified by the Church, and for all the miraculous icons of the Mother of God.

How to correctly pray to the Lord Jesus Christ using an akathist

The Greek word “akathist” means a prayer read while standing. At the end of the akathist, the person praying (or those praying led by a priest, if a prayer service is being held in a church) kneels down, reading the last prayer three times, the thirteenth ikos and the final prayer once.

You can read the akathist in church or at home, preferably standing in front of the icon of the Savior Not Made by Hands. It is easy to recognize: it is an image of only the Face (face) of Christ, surrounded by cloth. According to legend, the artist of one of the eastern kings secretly tried to sketch Christ, but could not - the Savior miraculously recognized his intentions, washed himself and wiped his face with a towel, on the fabric of which, as if in a photograph, His Face was imprinted. That is why the image is called “Miraculous” - created not by human hands, but by a miracle, according to the will of the Lord. This miraculous icon on fabric was kept in Edessa, then in Constantinople, and then was lost during the medieval wars.

Pray to the Lord Jesus Christ at any moment in life:

asking the Lord for help in any troubles and sorrows,

praying for healing in illness,

turning to Him in sudden danger,

when you have anxiety, despondency, sadness in your soul,

thank Him for joy, success, happiness and health.

The Akathist to the Savior Not Made by Hands, like any prayer, can be read once, or, according to pious tradition, 40 days in a row. There is also a tradition of reading the akathist every day throughout the year. This is done in great troubles and difficulties, however, one can read the akathist at the behest of the soul.
To read the akathist for 40 days or a whole year, it is better to take a blessing from the priest by approaching the priest after the service, asking for a conversation and telling him why you want to read the akathist for so long.

You can read the Akathist to the Lord Jesus Christ online using the text below. This is a rare text; it cannot be found in all prayer books, but the Church does not prohibit reading the akathist from the screen of a phone or computer monitor.
May our Lord and God Jesus Christ bless you!

Watch the video of the Akathist to the Image Not Made by Hands:

Akathist to Our Sweetest Lord Jesus Christ

Kontakion 1

Defensive me Voivode and Lord, conqueror of hell! Having gotten rid of eternal death, laudatory songs I dedicate to You, Your creation and servant. You, as one who has unspeakable mercy, free me from all misfortunes, crying out: “Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me!”

Ikos 1

Angel Creator and Lord heavenly Strength! Open my weak mind and untie tongue to the praise of Your most pure name, as You once opened the ears and tongue of the deaf and tongue-tied untied and he spoke, crying out like this:

Wonderful Jesus, wonder of angels; Most powerful Jesus, deliverance of the first parents.

Sweet Jesus, magnification of the patriarchs; Glorious Jesus, strengthening of kings.

Beloved Jesus, fulfillment of the prophets; Wonderful Jesus, fortress of martyrs.

Quiet Jesus, joy of the monks; Most merciful Jesus, delight of the elders.

Most merciful Jesus, abstinence for fasters; Most sweet Jesus, joy of the saints.

Most venerable Jesus, virgin chastity; Eternal Jesus, salvation of sinners.

Kontakion 2

Having once seen a widow weeping bitterly, Lord, You, having mercy, raised up her son, who was carried for burial; So have mercy on me, O Lover of Mankind, and resurrect my soul, killed by sins, crying out: Hallelujah!

Ikos 2

Seeking to know the inaccessible to knowledge, “Lord, show us the Father,” said Philip. You told him: “Being with Me for so long, did you not know that the Father is in Me and I in the Father?” Therefore, Incomprehensible One, I cry out to You with fear:

Jesus, eternal God; Jesus, the most powerful King.

Jesus, Lord long-suffering; Jesus, most merciful Savior.

Jesus, my most gracious Guardian; Jesus, cleanse my sins.

Jesus, blot out my iniquities; Jesus, let go of my iniquities.

Jesus, my hope, do not leave me; Jesus, my Helper, do not reject me.

Jesus, my Creator, do not forget me; Jesus, my Shepherd, do not destroy me.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 3

Having clothed the Apostles with power from above, Jesus, who were in Jerusalem, clothed me, who had no good deed, with the warmth of Your Holy Spirit and let me sing to You with love: Hallelujah!

Ikos 3

Having an abundance of mercy, You called publicans, sinners, and unbelievers, O Jesus; Do not now despise me, who is like them, but, as a valuable world, accept this song:

Jesus, the invincible power; Jesus, infinite mercy.

Jesus, most radiant beauty; Jesus, Love unspeakable.

Jesus, Son of the living God; Jesus, have mercy on me, a sinner.

Jesus, hear me, conceived in iniquity; Jesus, cleanse me, born in sins.

Jesus, teach me, dissolute one; Jesus, illuminate me, the dark one.

Jesus, cleanse me, the filthy one; Jesus, bring me back, lost.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 4

Having a storm of doubtful thoughts in himself, Peter drowned; but seeing You, Jesus, clothed in flesh and walking on the waters, I recognized the true God in You and, having received the hand of salvation, exclaimed: Hallelujah!

Ikos 4

When the blind man heard that You, Lord, were passing by on the road, he cried out: “Jesus, son of David, have mercy on me!” And calling his, You opened his eyes. Enlighten with Your mercy the spiritual eyes of the heart also for me, who cry out to You and say:

Jesus, Creator of the Powers above; Jesus, earthly Redeemer.

Jesus, Destroyer of the underworld; Jesus, Organizer of all creation.

Jesus, Comforter of my soul; Jesus, Enlightener of my mind.

Jesus, my heart is glad; Jesus, health to my body.

Jesus, my Savior, save me; Jesus, my light, enlighten me.

Jesus, deliver me from all torment; Jesus, save me, unworthy.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 5

Just as you once redeemed us from the curse of the law, Jesus, with your shed divine blood, so and now free us from the net in which the serpent entangled us with carnal passions, and fornication and pernicious despondency, crying out to You: Hallelujah!

Ikos 5

The Jewish children, seeing the Creator in human form His with the hand of a man, and realizing the Lord in Him, they hastened with branches to greet Him, “Hosanna!” proclaiming. We bring you a song, saying:

Jesus, true God; Jesus, Son of David.

Jesus, glorious King; Jesus, Lamb without blemish.

Jesus, wonderful Shepherd; Jesus, Guardian of my childhood.

Jesus, Guide in my youth; Jesus, glory in my old age.

Jesus, hope at my death; Jesus, life after my death.

Jesus, my consolation is at Thy judgment; Jesus, my desire, do not disgrace me then.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 6

Divinely inspired preachers fulfilling sermons and sayings, Jesus, You who cannot be contained the whole world, appeared on earth and lived with people, and took our suffering upon Himself. Therefore, having been healed by Your stripes, we learned to sing: Hallelujah!

Ikos 6

The illumination of Your truth has shone into the universe, and the demonic deception has been dispelled; for the idols, our Savior, could not bear Your power, and fell. Having received salvation, we proclaim to You:

Jesus, Truth that drives away deception; Jesus, Light, supreme of all lordship.

Jesus, the King who overcomes all in strength; Jesus, God, full of mercy.

Jesus, Bread of Life, satisfy me who am hungry; Jesus, Source of reason, give drink to me who is thirsty.

Jesus, Clothes of gladness, clothe me, who perishes; Jesus, Cover of joy, cover me, unworthy.

Jesus, Giver of those who ask, give me mourning for my sins; Jesus, Finder of those who seek, gain my soul.

Jesus, who opens to those who knock, open my unhappy heart; Jesus, Redeemer of sinners, cleanse my iniquities.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 7

Desiring to reveal a secret hidden for centuries, You were led like a sheep to the slaughter, O Jesus, and like a lamb before its shearers, was silent, and like God, rose from the dead, and ascended into heaven with glory, and raised us up with Him, shouting: Hallelujah!

Ikos 7

The Creator, who appeared to us, showed an unprecedented action: He was incarnated without a seed from the Virgin, from the tomb, without breaking the seal, resurrected, and entered the Apostles in the flesh with the doors locked. Therefore, in amazement, let us sing:

Jesus, the infinite Word; Jesus, the Word is inaccessible to the eyes.

Jesus, Power incomprehensible; Jesus, Unknowable Wisdom.

Jesus, incomparable Deity; Jesus, Lordship innumerable.

Jesus, the invincible kingdom; Jesus, Dominion infinite.

Jesus, the highest Power; Jesus, Eternal Power.

Jesus, my Creator, have pity on me; Jesus, my Savior, save me.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 8

Seeing God who has wonderfully become man, let us move away from the vain world and direct our minds to the divine. For that is why God And came down to earth to raise us to heaven, shouting to Him: Hallelujah!

Ikos 8

All was in countries those below, and did not leave anything above, He who is immeasurable in number, when He voluntarily suffered for us, and through His death put to death our death, and with the resurrection gave life to those who sing:

Jesus, sweetness of the heart; Jesus, bodily strength.

Jesus, spiritual lordship; Jesus, sharpness of mind.

Jesus, joy of conscience; Jesus, hope is certain.

Jesus, eternal memory; Jesus, high praise.

Jesus, my glory, exalted; Jesus, my desire, do not reject me.

Jesus, my Shepherd, seek me; Jesus, my Savior, save me.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 9

The whole angelic world unceasingly glorifies Your holy name, Jesus, in heaven “Holy, Holy, Holy!” exclaiming; We, sinners, on earth exclaim with mortal lips: Hallelujah!

Ikos 9

We see loud voices like silent fish before You, Jesus, our Savior; for they are unable to explain how You remain unchangeable God and a perfect man. We, marveling this mystery, we exclaim with faith:

Jesus, eternal God; Jesus, King of kings.

Jesus, Lord of rulers; Jesus, Judge of the living and the dead.

Jesus, hope of the hopeless; Jesus, comfort to those who mourn.

Jesus, glory to the poor; Jesus, do not judge me based on my deeds.

Jesus, cleanse me according to Your mercy; Jesus, drive away despondency from me.

Jesus, enlighten the eyes of my heart; Jesus, give me the memory of death.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 10

Wanting to save the world, You, the Sun shining at sunrise, descended to the dark west of our nature and humbled Yourself to adoption of death. Therefore Your name has been exalted above every name, and from all generations of heaven and earth You hear: Hallelujah!

Ikos 10

Eternal King, Comforter, true Christ, cleanse us from all filth, as you cleansed the ten lepers, and heal us, as you healed the money-loving soul of Zacchaeus the publican, so that we may proclaim to You, crying out in tenderness:

Jesus, incorruptible treasure; Jesus, inexhaustible wealth.

Jesus, strengthening food; Jesus, inexhaustible drink.

Jesus, beggars' clothing; Jesus, intercession of widows.

Jesus, protector of the orphans; Jesus, help the working people.

Jesus, guide of pilgrims; Jesus, the floating helmsman.

Jesus, a quiet refuge for those who endure the storm; Jesus God, raise me up, fallen.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 11

I offer You singing with complete contrition, I, unworthy, cry out to You like the Canaanite woman: “Jesus, have mercy on me!” For I do not have a daughter, but a flesh heavily possessed by passions and inflamed by anger, and grant healing to the one who proclaims to You: Hallelujah!

Ikos 11

You, Lamp, who gives light to those who are in the darkness of ignorance, Paul, who had previously persecuted, heeded the power of the voice of Divine Wisdom and quickly saw in his soul. So enlighten the darkened eyes of my soul, which exclaims:

Jesus, my strongest King; Jesus, my God almighty.

Jesus, my immortal Lord; Jesus, my glorious Creator.

Jesus, my good Teacher; Jesus, my generous Shepherd.

Jesus, my most merciful Lord; Jesus, my most merciful Savior.

Jesus, enlighten my feelings, darkened by passions; Jesus, heal my body, which is covered with sores of sins.

Jesus, cleanse my mind from vain thoughts; Jesus, keep my heart from evil desires.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 12

Grace forgiveness Grant me, Jesus who forgives all debts, and accept me, the repentant one, as You accepted Peter, who denied You, and call me, careless, like Paul once persecuted You, and hear me exclaiming to You: Hallelujah!

Ikos 12

Glorifying Your incarnation, we all praise You and believe with Thomas that You are Lord and God, sitting with the Father and coming to judge the living and the dead. Then deign to stand on the right from you me calling:

Jesus, Eternal King, have mercy on me; Jesus, fragrant flower, fill me with fragrance.

Jesus, beloved Warmth, warm me; Jesus, Eternal Temple, cover me.

Jesus, bright robe, adorn me; Jesus, Pearl of great price, shine upon me.

Jesus, dear Stone, enlighten me; Jesus, Sun of righteousness, illuminate me.

Jesus, Holy Light, illuminate me; Jesus, deliver me from mental and physical illnesses.

Jesus, pluck me from the hand of the enemy; Jesus, free me from unquenchable fire and other eternal torments.

Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Kontakion 13

O sweet and all-merciful Jesus! Accept now this little prayer of ours, just as You accepted the widow’s two mites, and preserve Your inheritance from enemies visible and invisible, from the invasion of foreigners, from illness and hunger, from all sorrow and deadly ulcers, and from the coming torment deliver all who cry to You: Hallelujah!

(Three times)

Then the 1st Ikos and 1st Kontakion are read

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Akathist to the Lord Jesus Christ; To the Thorny and Crusader Kontakion 1 Chosen by the Voivode and Lord Jesus Christ, the Son of the Living God, to me, who was killed by sin, to me, darkened by the darkness of passions, to enlighten and revive, although, having bowed the heavens, you condescended to me even to death,

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Canon to Our Lord Jesus Christ Voice 2 Song 1 Irmos: Once upon a time a superior power destroyed the entire army of Pharaoh in the depths, but the incarnate Word destroyed harmful sin, - glorified Lord; for He is gloriously glorified.Chorus: Sweetest Jesus, save

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Prayer of repentance (from the canon of repentance to our Lord Jesus Christ) Master Christ God, who healed my passions with His passions and healed my ulcers with His wounds, grant me, who have sinned much to You, tears of tenderness; dissolve my body's sense of smell

The text of the akathist to the Sweetest Jesus is included in the vast majority of Orthodox prayer books, despite the fact that its reading is not obligatory, such as the reading of the canons before communion.

This akathist to the Lord Jesus Christ is undoubtedly one of them - its content is dedicated to the Savior, who loved people so much that he accepted terrible torment and death on the cross in order to grant salvation to humanity.

The text of the akathist to Jesus is enthusiastically laudatory: in accordance with the genre, it describes the life of the Son of God, who came to earth in human form, and also sings all the virtues of Jesus: love for mankind, purity, meekness, humility and the rest.

The history of the akathist to the Sweetest Jesus Christ

Researchers believe that the akathist to our Lord Jesus Christ is one of the oldest - its very first list dates back to the 13th century. This is one of the first religious hymns with the structure of an akathist, that is, consisting of 12 ikos and 12 kontakia. In Orthodox terminology, ikos are long stanzas praising the features of the One to whom the hymn is dedicated, which in the akathist to the Sweetest Jesus end with the words “Jesus, son of God, have mercy on me,” and kontakami are shorter stanzas that succinctly convey the essence of the akathist, which always end with the exclamation “ Hallelujah". Any akathist contains twelve ikos and thirteen kontakia, and the last kontakion, according to the rules, is read three times, after which the first ikos is repeated again, and in conclusion the worshiper reads a prayer.

While reading the akathist to our Lord Jesus Christ, it is not customary to sit - this is a song that is customarily listened to and read while standing, and the concluding prayer is often read kneeling.

In what cases is it customary to read an akathist to the Sweetest Jesus Christ?

The Akathist to the Sweetest Jesus, like any other, can be read in different states of mind - it is equally good in moments of tenderness, joy, repentance, and grief. Akathist is a universal song that can be read at any time of the day or night, optionally added to your morning or evening rule, or read separately.

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Orthodox text of the akathist to the Sweetest Jesus Christ

Chosen Voivode and Lord, hell to the conqueror, as if you were delivered from eternal death, I will sing praises to You, Thy creation and servant; but, as if you have unspeakable mercy, free me from all troubles, calling: Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

O Creator of angels and Lord of strength, open my bewildered mind and tongue to the praise of Thy most pure name, just as Thou didst open the ears and tongue of the deaf and humming ancients, and with the following call: O most wonderful Jesus, the wonder of the angels; Most powerful Jesus, deliverance of the first parents. Sweet Jesus, magnification of the patriarchs; Glorious Jesus, strengthening of kings. Beloved Jesus, fulfillment of the prophets; Wonderful Jesus, fortress of martyrs. Quiet Jesus, joy of the monks; Most merciful Jesus, sweetness of the elders. Most merciful Jesus, abstinence for fasters; Most sweet Jesus, joy to the saints. Most honorable Jesus, virgin chastity; Eternal Jesus, salvation of sinners. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Seeing the widow weeping green, Lord, as if you had mercy then and raised up her son for burial; Have mercy on me too, O Lover of mankind, and resurrect my soul, killed by sins, calling: Alleluia.

Philip, seeking to understand the unreasonable mind, Lord, show us the Father, he said; You come to him: you have been with Me for so long, have you not known that the Father is in Me, and I am in the Father? Moreover, Unexplored, I call to You with fear: Jesus, Eternal God; Jesus, most powerful King. Jesus, long-suffering Master; Jesus, most merciful Savior. Jesus, my most gracious guardian; Jesus, cleanse my sins. Jesus, take away my iniquities; Jesus, let go of my iniquities. Jesus, my hope, do not forsake me; Jesus, my helper, do not reject me. Jesus, my Creator, do not forget me; Jesus, my Shepherd, do not destroy me. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Have riches of mercy, O publicans and sinners, and you have called the unbelievers, O Jesus; Do not despise me now, who is like them, but, like a valuable ointment, accept this song: Jesus, invincible power; Jesus, endless mercy. Jesus, most radiant beauty; Jesus, love unspeakable. Jesus, Son of the Living God; Jesus, have mercy on me, a sinner. Jesus, hear me conceived in iniquity; Jesus, cleanse me of the sins I was born of. Jesus, teach me what is inappropriate; Jesus, lighten the dark for me. Jesus, cleanse me that is filthy; Jesus, lead me up as a prodigal. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Having a storm of doubtful thoughts inside, Peter drowned; Having seen Thee existing in the flesh, Jesus, and walking on the waters, I came to know Thee as the true God and, having received the hand of salvation, said: Alleluia.

Hearing Thee passing by, O Lord, the blind man cried out: Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me! And having called, you opened his eyes. Enlighten with Thy mercy the eyes of the mental heart and of me, crying out to Thee and saying: Jesus, to the Creator on high; Jesus, lower ones. Jesus, hell to the consumer; Jesus, beautifier of all creation. Jesus, Comforter of my soul; Jesus, enlightener of my mind. Jesus, my heart is glad; Jesus, health to my body. Jesus, my Savior, save me; Jesus, my light, enlighten me. Jesus, deliver me from all torment; Jesus, save me, unworthy. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Having seen the fathers of Jewry in the form of humanity, Who created man by the hand, and understood Him as the Lord, striving with branches to please Him, their hosanna was crying out. We offer a song to Thee, saying: Jesus, true God; Jesus, Son of David. Jesus, most glorious King; Jesus, Lamb without blemish. Jesus, wonderful Shepherd; Jesus, guardian of my youth. Jesus, feeder of my youth; Jesus, praise in my old age. Jesus, hope in my death; Jesus, life after my death. Jesus, my consolation is at Thy judgment; Jesus, my desire, do not disgrace me then. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

The illumination of Thy truth has risen into the universe, and the flattery of demons has been driven away: for idols, our Savior, do not tolerate Thy strength, fallen. We, having received salvation, cry out to You: Jesus, truly, you drive away flattery; Jesus, the light that surpasses all lordships. Jesus, King, overcome all strengths; Jesus, God, remain in mercy. Jesus, Animal Bread, satisfy my hunger; Jesus, fountain of reason, give drink to me when I am thirsty. Jesus, robe of joy, clothe me who perishes; Jesus, cover of joy, cover me, unworthy. Jesus, giver of those who ask, give me mourning for my sins; Jesus, find for those who seek, find my soul. Jesus, opener and interpreter, open my accursed heart; Jesus, Redeemer of sinners, cleanse my iniquities. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Although you have revealed the hidden secret from the ages, as you led a sheep to the slaughter, O Jesus, and as a silent lamb straight from its shearer, and as God rose from the dead, and ascended into heaven with glory, and you raised us up with us, calling: Alleluia.

The Creator showed a wondrous display to us: He was incarnate without seed from the Virgin, from the tomb, without breaking the seal, resurrected, and to the Apostle, the door closed, with the flesh below. In the same way, marveling, let us sing: Jesus, the unfathomable Word; Jesus, the unseen Word. Jesus, incomprehensible power; Jesus, wisdom unthinkable. Jesus, indescribable Deity; Jesus, dominion innumerable. Jesus, kingdom invincible; Jesus, endless dominion. Jesus, the highest fortress; Jesus, eternal power. Jesus, my Creator, have mercy on me; Jesus, my Savior, save me. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

All the things below, and those above, did not retreat in any way, Countless One, always willing us to suffer, and by His death put to death our death, and by His resurrection gave life to those who sing: Jesus, sweetness of the heart; Jesus, bodily fortress. Jesus, your spiritual lordship; Jesus, quick smart. Jesus, joyful conscience; Jesus, hopefully known. Jesus, eternal memory; Jesus, high praise. Jesus, my glory, exalted; Jesus, my desire, do not deny me. Jesus, my Shepherd, seek me; Jesus, my Savior, save me. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

All angelic nature ceaselessly glorifies Your holy name, Jesus, in heaven: Holy, Holy, Holy, crying out; We, sinners on earth, cry out with mortal lips: Alleluia.

The vets are multiplying, like dumb fish we see about You, Jesus, our Savior: they are perplexed to say how the immutable God and perfect man abide? We, marveling at the mystery, cry out faithfully: Jesus, eternal God; Jesus, King of kings. Jesus, Lord of those who possess; Jesus, Judge of the living and the dead. Jesus, hope of the uncertain; Jesus, comfort to those who mourn. Jesus, glory to the poor; Jesus, do not judge me based on my deeds. Jesus, cleanse me according to Your mercy; Jesus, take away despondency from me. Jesus, enlighten my thoughts of heart; Jesus, give me memory of death. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

To the Eternal King, the Comforter, the true Christ, cleanse us from all filth, as you cleansed the ten lepers, and heal us, as you healed the money-loving soul of Zacchaeus the publican, and cry to You, crying out in tenderness: Jesus, incorruptible treasure; Jesus, inexhaustible wealth. Jesus, strong food; Jesus, inexhaustible drink. Jesus, beggars' clothing; Jesus, intercession of widows. Jesus, defender of the orphans; Jesus, help those who labor. Jesus, teacher of strangers; Jesus, the floating helmsman. Jesus, the stormy calm; Jesus God, raise me up, fallen. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

I bring all-congratulatory singing to Thee, unworthy, I cry to Thee like a Canaanite: Jesus, have mercy on me; not the daughter, but the flesh of the imam, enraged by passions and scorched by rage, and give healing to the crying Ty: Alleluia.

Giver of light to those who exist in the darkness of unreason, first, Paul, persecute Thee, instill the power of the God-reasonable voice and understand spiritual quickness; Enlighten the dark apple of my soul and my soul, calling: Jesus, my mighty King; Jesus, my most powerful God. Jesus, my immortal Lord; Jesus, my glorious Creator. Jesus, my kind Mentor; Jesus, my most generous Shepherd. Jesus, my most merciful Lord; Jesus, my most merciful Savior. Jesus, enlighten my feelings, darkened by passions; Jesus, heal my body, weakened by sins. Jesus, cleanse my mind from vain thoughts; Jesus, keep my heart from evil lusts. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

Singing Your incarnation, we all praise You, and we believe with Thomas that You are Lord and God, sitting with the Father and willing to judge the living and the dead. Then make me worthy to stand on my right hand, crying: Jesus, Eternal King, have mercy on me; Jesus, fragrant flower, scent me. Jesus, dearly beloved, warm me; Jesus, eternal temple, cover me. Jesus, bright robe, adorn me; Jesus, honest bead, shine on me. Jesus, precious stone, enlighten me; Jesus, sun of righteousness, illuminate me. Jesus, holy light, shine upon me; Jesus, deliver me from mental and physical illnesses. Jesus, take me from the hand of the enemy; Jesus, unquenchable fire and other eternal torments free me. Jesus, Son of God, have mercy on me.

/This Kontakion is read three times, then the 1st Ikos and the 1st Kontakion are read/

Prayer to the Sweetest Jesus

Master Lord Jesus Christ my God, who, for the sake of Your ineffable love for mankind, at the end of the ages was clothed in flesh by the Ever-Virgin Mary, I glorify Your saving providence for me, Your servant, Master; I will sing praises to You, because for the sake of the Father I have known You; I will bless You, for whose sake the Holy Spirit has come into the world; I bow to Your Most Pure Mother in the flesh, who served such a terrible secret; I praise the faces, as they are the singers and servants of Your Majesty; I honor John the Baptist, who baptized You, O Lord; I honor the prophets who proclaimed You, I glorify Your holy apostles; I triumph and the martyrs, and I glorify Your priests; I worship Your saints, and I cherish all Your righteous ones. I bring such and such a many and ineffable face of the Divine into prayer to You, Thy all-generous God, Thy servant, and for this sake I ask forgiveness for my sin, grant me all of Thy for the sake of the saints, more abundantly than Thy holy bounties, for Thou art blessed forever. Amen