Synaxis of the Archangel Michael, Commander of the Heavenly Host
Synaxis of the Archangel Michael, Commander of the Heavenly Host, The Scripture Readings Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 Matins Gospel Hebrews 2:2-10 Epistle, Angels Luke 10:16-21 Gospel, Angel Troparion, Tone IV — Supreme commanders of the armies of Heaven,/ we, the unworthy, do ever entreat you,/ that by your prayers ye ever surround us/ with the protection of the wings of your immaterial glory,/ preserving us that earnestly fall down before you and cry aloud:/ Deliver us from misfortunes,// in that ye are the leaders of the hosts on high. Kontakion, in Tone II — O ye chief commanders of God,/ ministers of glory divine, captains of the angels and instructors of men:/ beg ye great mercy and that which is profitable for us,/ for ye are the supreme commanders of the bodiless hosts. Another Troparion, Tone IV — O Commanders of the heavenly hosts,/ We who are unworthy beseech you:/ By your prayers encompass us/ Beneath the wings of your immaterial glory,/ ...