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Acathistus

1910 New Catholic Dictionary

(1) Title of a hymn or office in Greek liturgy, in honor of the Mother of God; when sung, the people are obliged to stand.

(2) Day on which this hymn is used, ie., fifth Saturday in Lent.

Bibliography Information
Entry for 'Acathistus'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ncd/​a/acathistus.html. 1910.