Monday, August 23, 2010

Preparing the Body of St. Dionysios in Zakynthos For Tonights Feast


The translation of the relics of St. Dionysios from the island of Strofadon to Zakynthos, which occurred in 1717, is celebrated annually on August 24th. The fathers of the monastery which hold his incorrupt relics reverently prepare the relics of their Protector by standing him in front of the Holy Altar. According to the order of services, he will stand here until tonights Great Vespers service, before which his relics will be processed around the Katholikon three times.

See photos here.

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