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Memorial service in the Eastern Orthodox Church
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A memorial service is a liturgical solemn service for the repose of the departed in the Eastern Orthodox and Byzantine Catholic churches.
Golgotha (Crucifixion icon), Orthodox cathedral in Vilnius. The lity tray (memorial stand) is at lower right, where the memorial services are celebrat
Golgotha (Crucifixion icon), Orthodox cathedral in Vilnius. The lity tray (memorial stand) is at lower right, where the memorial services are celebrated. The stand has holders for the faithful to place candles.
A dish of Koliva made from wheat and raisins, which is traditionally used during Orthodox memorial services.
A dish of Koliva made from wheat and raisins, which is traditionally used during Orthodox memorial services.
Vigil
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A vigil, from the Latin vigilia meaning 'wakefulness', is a period of purposeful sleeplessness, an occasion for devotional watching, or an observance. The Italian word vigilia has become generalized in this sense and means 'eve'.
Vigil, tacuinum sanitatis casanatensis (14th century)
Vigil, tacuinum sanitatis casanatensis (14th century)
A Knight's Vigil by John Pettie
A Knight's Vigil by John Pettie
Vigil candle
Vigil candle