Bible Encyclopedias
Ectenia
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
(ἐκτενία ). The liturgies of Basil and Chrysostom begin with a litany, sometimes known by this name. It may also refer to the length or the earnestness of the supplication. Litanies of a similar form are also found in the hour-offices. (See LITANY).
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Ectenia'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/e/ectenia.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.