The history of the appearance of the akathist to Samon, Guria and Aviv
The three husbands lived at different times, but their exploits were united by the church. On the icon they are depicted as people of different ages. Samon and Gury were laymen who were persecuted under the Emperor Diocletian. They were captured and brutally tortured, trying to force them to worship the pagan gods. Seeing the intransigence of the prisoners, they were kept in prison for 3 months (according to other sources, they spent several years in prison), then they were tortured again and beheaded.
Aviv was a deacon and suffered under the emperor Licinius. He was captured because of a denunciation, they tried to convince him to renounce his faith, but, seeing the saint’s steadfastness, they burned him. Aviv's body was found unharmed and buried along with Samon and Gury.
The saints performed several miracles after their death. The most famous is the miracle of the salvation of the Edessa girl.
At the end of the 4th century, during the invasion of the Huns, one of them stayed in the house of a Christian widow. The soldier liked the daughter of the owner, Euphemia, and he persuaded the widow to give her daughter to him. Having brought the girl into the house, the Hun said that he already had a wife and children, and Euphemia would be a servant.
Soon Euphemia gave birth, the Hun’s wife understood everything and poisoned the baby. Euphemia noticed the poison on the child’s lips, carefully removed it with a cloth and soaked it in a goblet of wine that the hostess was drinking. The woman died, the relatives blamed Euphemia for everything and decided to bury her alive. The girl fervently prayed to the saints, they appeared to her and carried her to her mother.
A year later, the Hun came to the widow and began to tell how well her daughter was living with him. But when Euphemia entered the room, the man was forced to confess everything. He was captured and executed.
Martyrs' Remembrance Day is celebrated on November 28. The Akathist of Saints is not approved by the church for public use, but lay people can read it at home.
Akathist to the holy martyrs Guria, Samon and Aviv, heavenly patrons of marriage
The most remarkable phenomenon that started the popularity of the saints was the miracle of the salvation of the pious Euphemia from her tormenting husband. Of course, in addition to this situation, many other amazing things were created by the will of the sacred sufferers, but this seems to be one of the tangible and exemplary support that they provide to the laity.
Among the local Edessa Christians, Guri, Samon and Aviv were famous, as well as those whose lives, legends and deaths became the measure of piety and devotion to the oath of the Lord. Consequently, uttering oaths before taking Euphemia as a wife, her future husband was brought to the tomb of the sufferers, so that their holy spirit would become the guardian and benefactor of the pious.
The whole point is that a foreign Goth fighter, whose service was in Edessa, noticed Euphemia earlier and came to beg her mother for betrothal. However, bad rumors followed him, as if he was married, and wanted to seduce Euphemia as his concubine. Suspicion invaded the soul of the idolizing mother, but there were no factors for disagreement. Consequently, having surrendered to the freedom of the Almighty and having secured the intercession of the sacred sufferers, Euphemia found herself married to a Goth.
What was her amazement when, arriving at her husband’s home, Euphemia noticed proof of the rumor - her husband and children were waiting for the soldier of the home. The following catastrophic events became a great test for the pious Christian virgin. The Goth wife killed Euphemia's newborn son with poison. She instantly realized this when she saw bloody foam on the lips of the lifeless baby. Carefully taking its fragments with a cloth, Euphemia plunged them into the goblet - she immediately gave up the ghost, poisoned by the poison of her own baseness.
Having not come up with anything better, the Goth liar is ready to decide to bury his dead Goth wife and the living Euphemia in the same grave, in order to hide the traces of his own lies. Prayers for support were cut off from the lips of the pious; she prayed to Guria, Samon and Aviva - those whom she took as intercessors and eyewitnesses of the liar’s oath.
God did not allow the undeserved death of poor Euphemia, carried away by lies, and transferred her to her mother’s home. And after a certain period, the Goth was again destined to end up in Edessa. There, as if nothing had happened, he stepped onto the threshold of his father’s home with his fooled mother. The unfulfilled relatives, when asked by the father and mother about their daughter, deceived and told fables about the prosperous existence of his own wife and multiple offspring. As a result, all his deception was revealed, and a bad fate awaited the perjurer - a death sentence.
When and why do they read the akathist?
Saints are considered the patrons of marriage. They are prayed for strong marital happiness and harmony in the family, for the preservation of the family and the resolution of all kinds of problems. It is especially recommended to turn to martyred wives from whom their husbands have separated.
You can pray to the martyrs any day - read a prayer and akathist, go to church for communion and confession. It is especially recommended to remember them on Memorial Day.
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Kontakion 1 The chosen passion-bearers of Christ and the courageous confessors of His holy faith, who received the crowns of victory from the hand of the Almighty and with the angels standing before His throne, we praise you with songs with faith and diligently resorting to your help, we pray with love, with your prayers free us from all troubles and sorrows , let us call to you: Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, patrons of the honest community of Christians!
Ikos 1 The cohabitation of angels and intercessors of men truly appeared by nature, much-praised martyrs, by the good will of all the Creator Christ God; they loved Him naturally, and for Him they suffered, even to the point of blood, in an unshakable confession. Also, accept this praise from us:
Rejoice, stars of bright piety; Rejoice, luminaries, who shone gloriously in the darkness of wickedness. Rejoice, denunciation of the idolatrous evil; Rejoice, you preacher of Christian faith and fearlessness. Rejoice, good listeners of the Gospel teaching; Rejoice, guardian of the Lord's law. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, patrons of the honest Christian community!
Kontakion 2 Having seen Christ the Lord your virtuous life, Saints Guria, Samon and Aviv, through whom, like the lights of no one in the city of Edessa, naturally shone, you have been vouchsafed for His name to drink the cup of suffering and by that sad and narrow path to enter into His Kingdom, where now the angels and All the saints are welcomed, singing to God: Alleluia! Ikos 2 A God-enlightened mind has been granted to you, holy martyrs, by whom you clearly understood the soul-destroying futility of idolatry, and shied away from it, while you naturally tried to seek Christ with all your soul. We also appeal to you:
Rejoice, blessed followers of Christ; Rejoice, lover of His most sincere commandments. Rejoice, smell the fragrance of the highest paradise; Rejoice, beautiful flowers of the Vertograd of Jesus. Rejoice, you who have counted earthly wealth for nothing; Rejoice, you who have counted your corruptible acquisitions as rubbish. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, protector of the honest community of Christians.
Kontakion 3 Strengthen you to the suffering feat of the Most High, holy confessors, when you quickly bring them to the wicked hegemon Antoninus, like the mentors of other Christians of the city of Edessa, with a joyful face they appeared before the tormentor, boldly confessing the faith of Christ and singing to Him with inspiration: Alleluia!
Ikos 3 Having the eyes of your soul darkened by malice, Hegemon Antoninus did not want to delve into the mind of your Divine words, but you, saints, were tempted first by caressing words, wanting to turn you away from Christ, but seeing that you are adamant in the faith and confession of Christ, you were cast into a strong prison. We please you, we say:
Rejoice, having loved Christ with all your soul; Rejoice, for His Name was cast into a dark prison. Rejoice, you who were jealous of the Apostle; Rejoice, you preacher of Christ’s teachings without silence. Rejoice, mouth that speaks grace of the gospel of the Gospel; Rejoice, you who preach the words of eternal life. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, patrons of the honest Christian community!
Kontakion 4 A storm of malice and cruelty came upon you, the holy confessors of Guria and Samone, when instead of Hegemon Antoninus you came to Edessa at the command of the king to eradicate the faith of Christ there, the ruler of that region, Muzanius, for you are like a lamb of the gentle, trying to turn away from Christ to your wickedness with torment. : but nothing succeeded, because among the tormentors of Christ you sang silently calling: Alleluia!
Ikos 4
Hearing your admonishing words, your tormentor Muzanius became like a deaf asp, wounding your long-suffering body with deep wounds, Gurie, Holy Samone, as if there was no place on it safe and unhurt. Marveling at the majesty of your patience, we call to you:
Rejoice, teacher of piety; Rejoice, disgrace of wickedness. Rejoice, for your wounds are like valuable utensils for adornment; Rejoice in your blood, like scarlet, endowment. Rejoice, you who were united in suffering to Christ, who was crucified for our salvation; Rejoice, you who now rejoice in the heavenly Lord of the House. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, protector of the honest community of Christians!
Kontakion 5 God-wise preacher, the apostle, who joyfully accepted torment and wounds for the name of Christ, imitated your nature in suffering, Guria and Samon, crying out against those who tormented you: “We honor Christ, we love Him alone, and we sincerely desire to die for Him, so that we may live with Him forever, calling: Alleluia!”
Ikos 5 Having seen you, the wicked tormentor of Musanius, the adamant and invincible confessors of Christ, you are judged to be beheaded by the sword, according to your knowledge, praying to the Lord in peace for the acceptance of your souls and having so valiantly ended your course, you have naturally gone to the heavenly abode, but from us on earth you hear praise sia:
Rejoice, confessors of Christ's invincibility; Rejoice, adamants of the strongest patience. Rejoice, for you have laid down your souls for Jesus, dear to you; Rejoice, for His sweet name you have fearlessly bowed your head under the sharp sword. Rejoice, miracle-working grace from the Lord enriched; Rejoice, healer, giver of all goodness. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, protector of the honest community of Christians!
Kontakion 6 The preacher and imitator of your life, Saints Guria and Samon, in the summer of many in the city of Edessa was a certain deacon named Aviv, who, when the wicked king Licinius instigated persecution against Christians, courageously exhorted all those who believe in Christ in Edessa not to be afraid of the coming trials, but to valiantly imitate in the confession of the holy faith the holy martyr Guria and Samon and sing to God without restraint: Alleluia!
Ikos 6 The light of heavenly glory shines upon your face, holy Aviv, when you self-proclaimed yourself into the hands of the tormentors who were looking for you at the command of Hegemon Licinius, and having appeared before him, you courageously confessed that you were a Christian and a confessor of the holy faith, like those who had previously suffered Guria and Samon for accept this together with their praise:
Rejoice, victorious servant of God on High; Rejoice, confessor of the faith of Christ, loudly proclaimed. Rejoice, the idolatrous charms of boldness; Rejoice, undaunted preachers of the glory of God. Rejoice, all-desirable consolation for those who mourn; Rejoice, abundant wealth for the poor. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, protector of the honest community of Christians!
Kontakion 7 The wicked Licinius wanted to turn you away from your true faith in Christ, holy Aviv, with many different torments, depressing your holy and long-suffering body, but you bravely endured them, singing to the Sweetest Lord Jesus: Alleluia!
Ikos 7 New intrigues against you, holy Aviv, the evil tormentor inventing, nothing in them succeeded in turning you away from the holy faith in Christ, and in powerless rage, condemning you to be burned in the fires, but you, glorious, thanked God, with a joyful face You flowed to the place of your execution, accompanied by your mother and other relatives and known ones, weeping and weeping, and you exhorted them not to cry, but rather to rejoice, as if Christ was coming, where he would unceasingly pray for them, and thus comforted them and giving them the last kiss, with prayer they went into the fiery flame, where they soon gave up their spirit to the Lord, and oh, a wondrous miracle! When the fire went out, your holy passion-bearing body was found, safe and sound, having received your mother with her relatives and anointed you with holy oil, burying you at the tomb of the martyrs Guria and Samon who suffered before, calling out to you, the holy confessor, here:
Rejoice, our city of Edessa has been praised and affirmed; Rejoice, and to all the world be glory and praise. Rejoice, you who endured manifold illnesses for the King Christ God; Rejoice, for even though you have naturally suffered torment in the face of men, your hope of immortality is fulfilled. Rejoice, for through you sinners are healed from many wounds; Rejoice, for you have mercifully granted a speedy visit to those who call for help. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, patrons of the honest Christian community!
Kontakion 8 It is strange to see your mortal bodies, of Saints Guria, Samon and Aviv, lying in the grave, and healing diverse ailments: but we believe without a doubt, as with your relics, even if you rest in Edessa, but in your spirit you remain here with us, standing before the holy icon looking at you with faith, to Christ, who has so glorified you, we cry out silently: Alleluia!
Ikos 8 All of you are in the highest nature, saints of God, triumphant in the glory of the saints, and you enjoy the ineffable blessings of heaven: we know that you do not forget us earthly and earthly, but from the heights on high you mercifully come to us, challenging us to honor you with these praises:
Rejoice, affirmation of piety; Rejoice, Orthodoxy is praised. Rejoice, long-suffering rods of the grapes of Christ; Rejoice, citizens of the mountainous city of Heavenly Jerusalem. Rejoice, heirs of the kingdom of Christ; Rejoice, participants in the eternal bliss of life. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, protector of the honest community of Christians!
Kontakion 9 All the heavenly angels received joyfully in the abode of paradise, sufferers of the divine wisdom of Guria, Samon and Aviv, where your holy souls, tempted by the fire of suffering, received the honor of victory from Christ our God, the victorious Giver of Retribution to those who strive for His holy name on earth, glorifying them for the heavens, with the warriors above at the throne of His presence, where the song is sung to Him incessantly: Alleluia! Ikos 9 The natural passion-bearers of the saints were not ensnared by the evil spirit and the deception of the evil one, deigning rather to die than Christ and His holy faith, renouncing: in the same way, as the good confessors of Christ, we please you calling:
Rejoice, you who have shown wonderful courage; Rejoice, enlightened by the dawn of the Holy Spirit. Rejoice, for you have shaken off the cowardly fear from yourself; Rejoice, for you have protected yourself with the shield of faith. Rejoice, speedy helper of all in present sorrows; Rejoice, quick hearers of all who ask for your intercession. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, protector of the honest community of Christians!
Kontakion 10 Sincerely desiring our salvation, pray for us at the throne of God, O sufferers of Christ, Guria, Samona and Aviv, and with your prayers help us in the difficult journey of earthly life, so that we may die in repentance and piety, so that we may be worthy to sing with you to Christ our God: Hallelujah!
Ikos 10 You will find a wall of protection in you, holy confessor, that maiden, cunningly abducted by a certain Gothian, who was received from her mother as a guarantor for those who called you, holy ones. Remembering this, we say to you with tender words:
Rejoice, you who mercifully receive all the defenseless under your roof; Rejoice, protection and protection of all in real troubles. Rejoice, most powerful intercessor of the damsel in distress; Rejoice, the evil intent of this Gothic was soon stopped. Rejoice, perjury of marital fidelity is a threat of punishment; Rejoice, protector wives abandoned and evilly deceived by their husbands. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, protector of the honest community of Christians!
Kontakion 11 This maiden brought you a song of praise, when you, saints, were quickly presented in the air from the Gothic country, where she was imprisoned by an unfaithful Gothian in a living tomb, to your temple in Edessa, who placed her alive and unharmed at the shrine of your relics, where falling down, crying out with tears: Alleluia!
Ikos 11 You are blessed by the light of wondrous and glorious miracles, Saints Guria, Samona and Aviv, patrons and defenders of conjugal fidelity and purity, from Orthodox Christians according to your inheritance, for with the wondrous help and intercession of that ancient youth, thrown into a grave by an unfaithful and evil husband to a bitter death, who silently called for help, you showed to the whole world by nature that the grace has been given to you from God to intercede and protect marital fidelity and sincerity, so receive this from us:
Rejoice, heavenly patrons of pious Christian spouses; Rejoice, unfaithful and treacherous husbands and wives who desecrate the purity of Christian marriage, severe punishment. Rejoice, for through your prayers unfaithful spouses are being guided on the path of true family life; Rejoice, for with your heavenly help the violators of marriage vows are coming to the understanding of truth. Rejoice, comforter of abandoned spouses; Rejoice, unseen educator of the abandoned children of these marriages. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, protector of the honest community of Christians!
Kontakion 12 Grace has been given to you from God, holy martyrs Guria, Samona and Aviv, to cover and protect the holiness of Christian marriages. In the same way, we pray that you, saints of God, intercede before the Lord God, that peace, union and love may always abide among Christian spouses, and that lost spouses may come to the understanding of truth, and that we may all joyfully cry out about this: Alleluia!
Ikos 12 Singing your suffering death, we glorify the many miracles that came naturally from your holy relics and your miraculous icons, so even now standing before your holy icon, we earnestly pray to you, holy martyrs and confessor Gurie, Samona and Aviv, that he may reign among Christian spouses, peace, love and harmony, may piety and purity flourish among them, may discord and disagreement disappear among them, and glorifying your merciful and speedy intercession, we earnestly thank God, and we call you this:
Rejoice, joy and consolation of pious marriages; Rejoice, you who invisibly guard those who live chastely in marriage. Rejoice, for through your instruction the lost spouses are being brought to their senses from above; Rejoice, for once again, through your prayers, love and harmony are established among these lost spouses. Rejoice, correction of sinning spouses; Rejoice, lost husbands and wives of Blasia the teacher. Rejoice, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviva, patron of the honest community of Christians!
Kontakion 13 About the holy glory and good victory of the martyr and confessor Guria, Samona and Aviv, having mercifully accepted this little prayer of ours, beg the King of kings and Lord of lords, Christ our God, to deliver us from all troubles, sorrows, needs and misfortunes in this life, especially Through your holy prayers, may peace, love and unanimity abid among Christian marriages, may the truth come to the mind and the lost spouses living in separation will come to their senses, and may, once again forgetting everything that was before and forgiving each other in a Christian way, unite in glorifying you, good patrons and intercessors always calling , to whom you glorified the Lord: Alleluia! This kontakion is read three times, then the 1st ikos and the 1st kontakion. Prayer for the holy martyrs of Christ and fearless confessor Guria, Samona and Aviva! Hear us, praying before your holy icon and asking for your help and intercession! For you have been given grace from God, His holy saints, to be the patrons and protectors of pious Christian marriages, for this reason today, glorifying the memory of your martyrdom, we earnestly ask: pray to Christ our God, that peace, harmony, mutual love and unshakable abiding among Christian spouses fidelity, may piety and purity flourish among them! With your holy prayers, instruct the lost spouses and those who have abandoned each other, guide them to the path of truth, guide them who are lost and live in bitterness towards each other, and bring them together again to a good Christian life! To her, pleasers of God, pray again that we may not perish in our sins, accept this voice of our prayer! May I, through your prayers and intercession, glorify the Lord Jesus Christ. To Him belongs all glory, honor and worship, together with the Originless Father and the Most Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen!
How to read correctly
To read the akathist to the saints, you don’t have to go to church; you can do it at home. The main thing is that the request comes from a pure heart.
When reading, you should follow simple rules:
- It is best to read the akathist in front of an icon of saints. If she is not in the house, it is advisable to stand by the window.
- Read only while standing. Only those who cannot stand for long are allowed to sit.
- Since the text is written in complex language, it is permissible to listen to the akathist and follow the text to make it easier to read on your own later.
- An akathist requires more effort than a simple prayer. If a believer doubts his abilities, he should turn to his confessor for advice and blessing.
- Before the akathist, you need to read the opening prayer, ending with an appeal to the guardian angel.
There are no more restrictions. A believer can also convert in his own words if it seems right to him.
Kontakion 1The chosen miracle workers of Christ and the holy confessors of the faith, Guria, Samona and Aviv of good character, we honor your memory with songs of praise, we sing as Christian intercessors, suffering patrons. But you, who have boldness towards the Lord, free us from all troubles and misfortunes, calling with faith and love:
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Ikos 1
Angels in the flesh, the Trinity of Saints, equal in number, burning idols with love for God, strengthening the faith of Christ, glorifying the Holy Trinity, therefore praising your deeds, we say to you:
Rejoice, lamps of piety.
Rejoice, denouncers of wickedness.
Rejoice, confirmation of the faith of Christ.
Rejoice, pillars of the Church of God.
Rejoice, hope and intercession of the faithful.
Rejoice, fear and shame of the unfaithful.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 2
Seeing the wickedness of the people of the city of Edes, Saints Gurius and Samon retired into the desert, fleeing the prince of this world and temptations and diligently serving God, chanting day and night: Alleluia.
Ikos 2
Having a wise mind, the holy martyrs worked hard for the glory of God, denouncing pagan wickedness, guiding those seeking truth on the right path and attracting many infidels to the True God, for this reason we say to you:
Rejoice, planters of true worship of God.
Rejoice, eradicators of demonic ministry.
Rejoice, denouncers of the darkness of wickedness.
Rejoice, destroyers of idolatrous charms.
Rejoice, confessors of Christ in abundance.
Rejoice, luminaries of the Orthodox faith.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 3
By the power of the overshadowing of the holy martyr from above, she was unafraid of the persecutors of the holy faith, heedless of the commands of the wicked Antonian and loudly glorifying the faith of Christ, and thus casting the belt to God in prison: Alleluia.
Ikos 3
Having the firmest faith in Christ Adamant and having armed ourselves with that power, we courageously endured naturally, holy martyrs, prison bonds and death itself, for this reason we praise such courage, we bless you here:
Rejoice, confessors of true faith.
Rejoice, heirs of the Kingdom of God.
Rejoice, praise to the martyrs.
Rejoice, glory to the passion-bearers.
Rejoice, saints of the Church, affirmation.
Rejoice, all kinds of Christian adornment.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 4
Obsessed with a storm of doubtful thoughts, the wicked King Licinius instigated a cruel persecution against Christians, but you, more passionate than Abiva, were not afraid of him, with firm faith you cried out to Christ God: Alleluia.
Ikos 4
When King Licinius heard your exploits, venerable Aviv, and your firm confession of faith, he became enraged with anger at you and commanded that you be put to death like the king’s enemy, but you, having learned about this, voluntarily went to torture, and with joy you endured fiery burning, For this reason, marveling at your great courage, we magnify you:
Rejoice, fearless champion of faith in Christ.
Rejoice, invincible warrior of Christ.
Rejoice, you who were hanged on the tree for having stretched out your hand on the tree with the cross.
Rejoice, planed by iron claws.
Rejoice, give comfort to those who mourn. Rejoice, quick helper to all who suffer for the truth.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 5
Naturally, the holy martyrs were like the godly stars in the firmament of heaven, enlightening the darkness of pagan wickedness with the rays of their life and instructing many on the path of truth. As we reverently honor your memory, we sing to God with gratitude: Alleluia.
Ikos 5
Seeing the people of the city of Edes many miracles that happened from the shrine of the holy martyrs Guria, Samon and Aviv, they rejoiced greatly and glorified the Lord with all their hearts, but we, honoring your holy memory, holy martyrs, tenderly cry out:
Rejoice, intercessors of the unjustly persecuted.
Rejoice, faithful servants of Christ, friends.
Rejoice, guardian of those who are in chains and prisons.
Rejoice, enlighteners of those who persecute and those who offend.
Rejoice, comforters of the weeping.
Rejoice, deliverers from insolent and cruel death.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 6
From the heights of wisdom, grace was received, for those who stand in redemption, O all-validated One, even the maiden, Holy One, delivered from bitter death. For you truly bring glory to the city of Edes and joy to the world, for this reason we sing to the Lord: Alleluia.
Ikos 6
Deliver us from the enemy of work, Jesus, Giver of Life, we implore your sufferers with prayers, so that the soul and body are not enslaved from passions, we praise those speedy help, as in the tomb closed by the husband and this soon delivered from death, we also cry out to you:
Rejoice, you saved an innocent wife from cruel death.
Rejoice, having overcome the atrocities of her tormentor by her wondrous salvation.
Rejoice, you have exposed your husband’s evil and cruel deed.
Rejoice, having taught him to believe in the power of the Christian God.
Rejoice, givers of mercy to those in need.
Rejoice, vigilant guardians of those who honor your memory.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 7
Although the Lord, Lover of Mankind, will show His mercy to His people, keep your bodies incorruptible, performing miracles, from them all the faithful receive currents of healing, calling to God: Alleluia.
Ikos 7
Leading new intercessors and wondrous miracle workers, the people from the city of Edes created a holy temple in your memory, and placed your relics in it, so that all those who suffer will draw help from them, we also have firm hope in you, we cry out to you:
Rejoice, healers of our mental and physical ailments.
Rejoice, you who cast out demons in the name of the Lord.
Rejoice, evangelists of the Gospel truths of “grace”.
Rejoice, bearers of Divine grace.
Rejoice, you who have received much sorrow for the name of the Lord.
Rejoice, having shone marvelously among His saints.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 8
It is strange and scary for infidels to hear what wondrous deeds are being accomplished from your holy relics: sick people are healed, passions are healed, but we, who have firm hope in us, cry out to God who is so good for you with faith: Alleluia.
Ikos 8
Having fulfilled all the virtues, and honoring them with the glory of God, listen, holy martyrs, to the prayers of the faithful who honor your holy memory, from whom you hear the sips:
Rejoice, you poor in spirit, for yours is the Kingdom of Heaven.
Rejoice, you who mourn, for you will be comforted.
Rejoice, meek ones, for you have inherited the earth.
Rejoice, you who have been hungry and thirsty for righteousness, for you have been filled.
Rejoice, O mercy, for you have obtained natural mercy.
Rejoice, pure in heart, for you have already seen God.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 9
All kinds of misfortunes that came to the city of Edes, naturally, holy martyrs, did not abandon us, humble and sinners, but all the people of our country in Orthodoxy and like-mindedness, let us all cry out with one mouth and one heart to the Lord who glorified you: Alleluia.
Ikos 9
We see you, the holy martyrs, like fish of silence; they are perplexed as to how nature hovered in spirit in the desert and in the midst of man, vigilant in his deeds. We, rejoicing, as such are imams, teachers and prayer books, glorify you, saying:
Rejoice, cymbals of the Word of God.
Rejoice, warm intercessors for us before God.
Rejoice, enlighteners of the Jews and Greeks.
Rejoice, evangelists of the three-day Divinity.
Rejoice, teachers of meekness and self-control.
Rejoice, denouncer of lies and crimes.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 10
Although the people of the city of Edes from the mental wolf, they firmly exhorted them to stand in true faith below the wiles of the enemy, to be afraid, but even in sorrows and misfortunes to thank God for you, singing to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 10
The wall is solid and a safer refuge, holy martyrs, to all who come running to you and require immediate help, for this reason we cry out in the tenderness of our hearts:
Rejoice, joy to all who mourn.
Rejoice, refuge and liberation for all the oppressed and enslaved.
Rejoice, intercession of widows and orphans.
Rejoice, protection from heresies and schisms.
Rejoice, for all the wickedness of your life is astonishing.
Rejoice, for all piety rejoices in your name.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 11
Bring songs of thanksgiving to the Lord and for us, our warm intercessors, we beg you ever and again not to depart from us, for our sin, but ask mercy from the Lord for everyone who cries out to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 11
In praising the luminous trinity of holy martyrs, let us, faithfully, eliminate strife and strife in this life, avoid disagreements and divisions in the Orthodox faith and preserving the unity of the spirit in the union of peace, let us exclaim from the depths of our souls:
Rejoice, loud trumpets of the Gospel gospel.
Rejoice, sweet-sounding harp of the preaching of salvation.
Rejoice, guardians of the strength of truth.
Rejoice, destroyers of unwavering unrighteousness.
Rejoice, givers of peace and blessings to pious families.
Rejoice, severe punishments for cruel and unfaithful spouses.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 12
The grace given to you from God, leading, we celebrate your memory, holy martyrs, with fervent prayer flowing to your honorable image, with your firm help, as if we are protected by an insurmountable wall, for this reason we praise you, passion-bearers of Christ, and earnestly call to God: Alleluia.
Ikos 12
Singing your wondrous life and martyrdom, we pray to you, passion-bearers of Christ Gurie, Samona and Aviv, you will be our good helpers in everything, bless us with peace and love, give us firm faith, purity of life and the fear of God, and have all the peace of mind, in let us shout with joy:
Rejoice, for your names are also glorified among the unbelievers.
Rejoice, peace and joy to those who mourn.
Rejoice, fear and surprise to those who offend.
Rejoice, you saved an innocent wife from cruel death.
Rejoice, for the evil of her husband is worthy of punishment.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended!
Kontakion 13
O holy passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samon and Aviv, accept this song of our praise and, having heard our earnest desire, deliver us with your warm intercession to God, from all evil, from enmity and disagreement and all kinds of severe troubles and diseases, and with love we honor you , let us call to God: Alleluia, Alleluia, Alleluia.
(This kontakion is read three times, then ikos 1 and kontakion 1)
Prayers to the holy martyrs Guria, Samon and Aviv
First prayer
About the saints of the martyr and confessor of Christ Guria, Samon and Aviv! Warm intercessors and prayer books for us before God, in the tenderness of our hearts, looking at your most pure image, we humbly pray to you: hear us, your sinful and unworthy servants, who are in troubles, sorrows and misfortunes, and having looked at our grave and countless sins, reveal Your great mercy to us, raise us up from the depths of sin, enlighten our minds, soften the evil and damned heart, stop the envy, enmity and strife that live in us. Overshadow us with peace, love and the fear of God, beg the merciful Lord to cover the multitude of our sins with His ineffable mercy. May she preserve her holy Church from unbelief, heresies and schisms. May he give our country peace, prosperity, and fertility of the land; love and harmony for spouses; obedience to children; patience for the offended; those who offend the fear of God; complacency to those who mourn; those who rejoice abstain. May He cover us all with His all-powerful right hand, and may He deliver us from famine, destruction, cowardice, flood, fire, sword, invasion of foreigners and internecine warfare, and vain deaths. May He protect us with the militia of His holy Angels, so that upon our departure from this life we may be delivered from the wiles of the evil one and his secret aerial ordeals, and not condemned to appear before the Throne of the Lord of Glory, where the faces of the saints, the Angels with all the saints, glorify the most holy and magnificent Name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.
Second prayer
About the glorification of the martyr Guria, Samon and Aviv! Protect us, servant of God (names), from the misfortunes of evil people and the machinations of demons: protect us from unexpected death, deliver us from fire, sword and every soul-destroying situation. Hey, passion-bearers of Christ, through your prayers arrange for us all that is good and useful, so that a pious life has passed through a temporary life and a death without shame has been achieved, we will be worthy of your warm intercession with all the saints at the right hand of the Just God of the Judge and constantly glorify Him, with the Father and the Holy Spirit, forever and ever. .
Prayer three
Oh, glory to the martyr Guria, Samona and Aviva! To you, as a quick helper and a warm prayer book, we resort to weakness and unworthiness, fervently pleading: do not despise us, who have fallen into many iniquities and are sinning all the days and hours; guide the erring on the right path, heal the suffering and mourning; keep us in a blameless and chaste life; and as in ancient times, so now remain the patrons of marriages, in love and like-mindedness this affirms and delivers from all evil and calamity. Protect, O the great power of the confessor, all Orthodox Christians from misfortunes, evil people and the machinations of demons; Protect me from unexpected death, begging the All-Good Lord, that He may add great and rich mercy to us, His humble servant. We are not worthy to call on the magnificent name of our Creator with unclean lips, unless you, holy martyrs, intercede for us; For this reason we resort to you and ask for your intercession before the Lord. Also deliver us from famine, flood, fire, sword, invasion of foreigners, internecine warfare, deadly plagues and every soul-destroying situation. To her, passion-bearers of Christ, through your prayers arrange for us all that is good and useful, so that a pious life of a temporary life has passed and a death without shame has been achieved, we will be worthy of your warm intercession with all the saints at the right hand of the Just God of the Judge, and Him to unceasingly glorify with the Father and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.
Troparion to martyrs Guria, Samon and Aviv, confessors
Troparion, tone 5
The miracles of your saints, martyr, are an insurmountable wall, given to us, O Christ God, destroy the councils of tongues with their prayers, strengthen the holy Church, for there is only one good and lover of mankind.
Full text of the akathist to the martyrs Samon, Guria and Aviv in Russian
Kontakion 1
The chosen wonderworkers of Christ and the holy confessors of the faith, Guria, Samona and Aviv of good standing, we honor your memory with songs of praise, we sing as Christian intercessors, saints waiting patrons. But you, who have boldness in the Lord, free us from all troubles and misfortunes, calling by faith and love:
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Ikos 1
Angels in the flesh are equal in number to the Holy Trinity, the burning idols are in vain for the love of God, strengthen the faith of Christ, glorify the Holy Trinity, even more so, praising your deeds, dear Let me tell you:
Rejoice, lamps of piety; Rejoice, denouncers of wickedness.
Rejoice, confirmation of the faith of Christ; Rejoice, pillars of the Church of God.
Rejoice, hope and intercession of the faithful; Rejoice, fear and shame of the unbelievers.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 2
Seeing the wickedness of the people of the city of Edes, saints Guri and Samon retired into the desert, fleeing the prince of this world and temptations and diligently serving God, chanting day and night: Alleluia.
Ikos 2
Having a wise mind, holy martyrs, I worked for the glory of God, denouncing pagan wickedness, instructing those seeking truth on the right path and attracting many infidels to the True God, For this reason, let me give you a verb:
Rejoice, planters of true worship of God; Rejoice, eradicators of demonic ministry.
Rejoice, denouncers of the darkness of wickedness; Rejoice, destroyers of idolatrous charms.
Rejoice, dedicated confessors of Christ; Rejoice, luminaries of the Orthodox faith.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 3
By the power of the overshadowing of the holy martyr, the persecutors of the holy faith were not afraid, the commands of the wicked Antonian were negligent and the faith of Christ was loudly glorified, and thus cast into prison by singing To God: Alleluia.
Ikos 3
Having the firmest faith in Christ Adamant and having armed ourselves with that power, we courageously endured nature, the holy martyrs, prison bonds and death itself, for this reason such courage is commendable, We please you:
Rejoice, confessors of the true faith; Rejoice, heir of the Kingdom of God.
Rejoice, praise to the martyrs; Rejoice, glory to the passion-bearers.
Rejoice, establishment of the Holy Church; Rejoice, O adornment of all the Christian race.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 4
Obsessed with a storm of doubtful thoughts, the wicked king Licinius instigated a cruel persecution against Christians, but you, passion-bearing Abib, were not afraid of that, with firm faith you cried out to Christ for God Gu: Alleluia.
Ikos 4
King Licinius, hearing your exploits, venerable Aviv, and your firm confession of faith, was furious with you with malice, and commanded that you be put to death by the fierce, as an enemy of the king, and you, having learned about this , you voluntarily went to torment, and with joy you endured fiery burning, For this reason, marveling at your great courage, we magnify you:
Rejoice, undaunted champion of faith in Christ; Rejoice, invincible warrior of Christ.
Rejoice, hanging on the tree for stretching out your hand on the tree with the cross; Rejoice, planed by iron claws.
Rejoice, give consolation to those who mourn; Rejoice, quick helper to all who suffer for the truth.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 5
Like the godly stars in the firmament of heaven were the natural saints and martyrs, enlightening the darkness of pagan wickedness with the rays of their lives and instructing many on the path of truth. Moreover, we reverently honor your memory and sing to God with gratitude: Alleluia.
Ikos 5
Seeing the people of the city of Edes many miracles that happened from the shrine of the holy martyrs Guria, Samon and Aviv, we rejoiced greatly and glorified the Lord with all our hearts, but we honor the saint To honor you, holy martyrs, we tenderly cry:
Rejoice, intercessors of the unjustly persecuted; Rejoice, friends of Christ's faithful servants.
Rejoice, guardian of those who are in bonds and prisons; Rejoice, you have brought to understanding those who persecute and those who offend.
Rejoice, comforters of those who mourn; Rejoice, deliverers from insolent and cruel death.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 6
From the height of wisdom I receive grace, for those who are in temptation you stand, O all-honoured ones, even the maiden, O saints, who have been delivered from bitter death. For you truly bring glory to the city of Edes and joy to the world, for this reason we sing to the Lord: Alleluia.
Ikos 6
Deliver us from the work of the enemy, O Jesus, Life-Giver, we implore your sufferers with prayers, so that we do not enslave our soul and body from passions, we praise those for speedy help, as in the grave who was shut up by her husband and who was soon delivered from death, we therefore cry out to you:
Rejoice, you saved an innocent wife from cruel death; Rejoice, having won the tormentor’s wondrous salvation through her atrocities.
Rejoice, you who exposed the evil husband’s cruel act; Rejoice, having taught him to believe in the power of the Christian God.
Rejoice, givers of mercy to those who demand; Rejoice, guardians of the vigilance of those who honor your memory.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 7
Although the Lord, the Lover of mankind, will show His mercy to His people, keep your bodies incorruptible, performing miracles, from them all the faithful receive currents of healing, calling to God: Alleluia.
Ikos 7
Leading with new intercessors and wondrous miracle workers, the people from the city of Edes created a holy temple in your memory, and placed your relics in it, so that all those who suffer will draw help from them, and so do we. I have faith in you, we cry out to you:
Rejoice, healers of our mental and physical ailments; Rejoice, you who drive out demons in the name of the Lord.
Rejoice, evangelizers of the gospel truth; Rejoice, bearers of Divine grace.
Rejoice, there was much sorrow for the name of the Lord; Rejoice, you who have shone marvelously in His saints.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 8
It is strange and scary for infidels to hear what wondrous deeds are being accomplished from your holy relics: illnesses are healed, passions are healed, but we, who have firm hope in you, have such goodness in God for you. We cry to the swarm: Alleluia.
Ikos 8
With all your fulfillment of virtues, respect for them and the glory of God, listen, holy martyrs, to the prayers of the faithful who honor your holy memory, from them hear the blue:
Rejoice, you poor in spirit, for the Kingdom of Heaven is yours; Rejoice, you who mourn, for you have been comforted.
Rejoice, gentlemen, for you have inherited the earth; Rejoice, you who have been hungry and thirsty for righteousness, for you have been satisfied.
Rejoice, O mercy, for you have obtained natural mercy; Rejoice, you who are pure in heart, for you have already seen God.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 9
All kinds of misfortunes that came to the city of Edes devastated our nature, holy martyrs, and even now do not leave us humble and sinners, but all the people of our country in Orthodoxy and unity of mind, so that all With one mouth and one heart let us cry out to the Lord who glorified you: Alleluia.
Ikos 9
Vitii of many things, like fish of muteness, we behold you, holy martyrs: they are perplexed as to how in the desert you hovered in spirit and in the midst of man, you performed tireless deeds. We, rejoicing, as such are imams, teachers and prayer books, glorify you, saying:
Rejoice, cymbals of the Word of God; Rejoice, warm intercessors for us before God.
Rejoice, enlighteners of the Jews and Greeks; Rejoice, evangelists of the three-day Divinity.
Rejoice, teachers of meekness and self-control; Rejoice, denunciation of lies and theft.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 10
Although they saved the people of the city of Edes from the mental wolf, they firmly exhorted them to stand in true faith below the wiles of the enemy, to be afraid, but even in sorrows and misfortunes to thank God for everything, I sing more to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 10
The wall is strong and a reliable refuge of nature, holy martyrs, to all who come running to you and require quick help, for this reason in the tenderness of our hearts we cry:
Rejoice, joy for all who mourn; Rejoice, refuge and liberation for all the oppressed and enslaved.
Rejoice, intercession of widows and orphans; Rejoice, protection from heresies and schisms.
Rejoice, for all the wickedness of your life is astonishing; Rejoice, for all piety rejoices in your name.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 11
Singing of thanksgiving is offered to the Lord and for us, our warm intercessors, we constantly ask you not to depart from us, for our sin, but ask for mercy from the Lord for everyone who cries out to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 11
Praising the luminous Trinity of the holy martyrs, let us, with confidence, avoid strife and strife in this life, let us flee disagreements and divisions in the Orthodox faith and preserve the unity of the spirit in unions Wow, from the depths of our souls let us exclaim:
Rejoice, loud trumpets of the Gospel gospel; Rejoice, sweet-sounding harp of the preaching of salvation.
Rejoice, guardian of truth; Rejoice, destroyers of the steadfastness of unrighteousness.
Rejoice, givers of peace and blessings to pious families; Rejoice, cruel and unfaithful spouses are severely punished.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 12
The grace given to you from God, leading, we celebrate your memory, holy martyrs, with fervent prayer flowing to your honest image, with your firm help, like an irresistible wall We protect ourselves, for this reason we praise you, passion-bearers of Christ, and earnestly call to God: Alleluia.
Ikos 12
Singing your wondrous life and martyrdom, we pray to you, passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviv, you will be our good helpers in everything, bless us with peace and love, give us firm faith, purity of life and fear of God, and all peace of mind, in we shout with joy:
Rejoice, for your names are also glorified among the unbelievers.
Rejoice, peace and consolation to those who mourn; Rejoice, fear and surprise to those who offend.
Rejoice, you saved an innocent wife from cruel death; Rejoice, you have deservedly punished her evil husband.
Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abib, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended.
Kontakion 13
O holy passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samon and Aviv, accept this our song of praise and, having heard our earnest desire, deliver us with your warm intercession to God from all evil , from enmity and disagreement and all sorts of fierce troubles and illnesses, and with love I honor you , let us call to God: Alleluia.
This kontakion is read three times, then the 1st ikos “Angels in the flesh...” and the 1st kontakion “The Chosen Wonderworkers of Christ...”.
Prayer
About the saints of the martyr and confessor of Christ Guria, Samona and Aviv! Warm intercessors and prayer books for us before God, in the tenderness of our hearts, looking at your most pure image, we humbly pray to you: hear us, your sinful and unworthy servants, who are in troubles, erbeh and misfortune, and having despised our grave and countless sins, reveal Your great mercy to us, raise us from the depths of sin, enlighten our minds, soften the evil and damned heart, stop the envy, enmity and strife that live in us. Overshadow us with peace, love and fear of God, beg the merciful Lord to cover the multitude of our sins with His ineffable mercy. May He keep His Holy Church from unbelief, heresies and schisms. May he give our country peace, prosperity, and fertility of the land; love and harmony as a spouse; obedience to children; patience to those who are offended; the fear of God to those who offend; Compassion for those who mourn; to those who rejoice, abstinence. May He cover us all with His all-powerful right hand, and may He deliver us from famine, destruction, cowardice, flood, fire, sword, invasion of foreigners and internecine warfare, and unnecessary deaths. May He protect us with the militia of His holy Angels, so that after our departure from this life we may be delivered from the wiles of the evil one and his secret aerial ordeals, and may present ourselves uncondemned to the Throne of the Lord of Glory , where the faces of the saints, the Angels and all the saints, glorify the most holy and magnificent name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen.
The martyrs Samon, Gury and Aviv lived and died at different times, but were buried in the same tomb. They became famous as protectors of family and love between spouses, after a miracle was performed.
Portal "Wonderful Diveevo"
Kontakion 1 The chosen miracle workers of Christ and the holy confessors of the faith, Guria, Samona and Aviv of good character, we honor your memory with songs of praise, we sing as Christian intercessors, suffering patrons. But you, who have boldness towards the Lord, free us from all troubles and misfortunes, calling with faith and love: Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Aviv, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Ikos 1 Angels in the flesh, the Trinity of Saints is equal in number, burning with love for God, destroying idols, strengthening the faith of Christ, glorifying the Holy Trinity, therefore praising your deeds, we say to you: Rejoice, luminaries of piety. Rejoice, denouncers of wickedness. Rejoice, confirmation of the faith of Christ. Rejoice, pillars of the Church of God. Rejoice, hope and intercession of the faithful. Rejoice, fear and shame of the unfaithful. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 2 Seeing the wickedness of the people of the city of Edessa, Saints Gurius and Samon retired into the desert, fleeing the prince of this world and his temptations and diligently serving God, chanting day and night: Hallelujah. Ikos 2 Having a wise mind, the holy martyrs worked for the glory of God, denouncing pagan wickedness, instructing those seeking truth on the right path and attracting many unfaithful to the True God, for this reason we say to you: Rejoice, planters of true worship of God. Rejoice, eradicators of demonic ministry. Rejoice, denouncers of the darkness of wickedness. Rejoice, idolatrous charms; deposers. Rejoice, confessors of Christ in abundance. Rejoice, luminaries of the Orthodox faith. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 3 By the power of the overshadowing of the holy martyr from above, she was not afraid of the persecutors of the holy faith, she did not disregard the commands of the wicked Antonian and loudly glorified the faith of Christ, and thus threw her belt into the prison of God: Hallelujah. Ikos 3 Having faith in Christ, the firmest adamant, and armed with that power, we courageously endured the holy martyrs, prison bonds and death itself, for this reason we commend such courage, we bless you with this: Rejoice, confessors of the true faith. Rejoice, heirs of the kingdom of God. Rejoice, praise to the martyrs. Rejoice, glory to the passion-bearers. Rejoice, holy Church affirmation. Rejoice, O adornment of all Christians. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 4 Obsessed with a storm of doubtful thoughts, the wicked king Licinius instigated a cruel persecution against Christians, but you, more passionate than Abiva, were not afraid of him, with firm faith you cried out to Christ God: Hallelujah. Ikos 4 When King Licinius heard your exploits, venerable Aviv, and your firm confession of faith, he was furious with you with anger, commanded that you be put to death by the fiercest, as the king’s enemy, but you, having learned about this, voluntarily went to torment, and with joy you endured the fiery burning. For this reason, marveling at your great courage, we magnify you: Rejoice, undaunted champion of the faith in Christ. Rejoice, invincible warrior of Christ. Rejoice, hanging on the tree for His outstretched hand on the tree with the cross. Rejoice, planed by iron claws. Rejoice, give comfort to those who mourn. Rejoice, quick helper to all who suffer for the truth. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 5 The godlike stars in the firmament of heaven were like the holy martyrs, enlightening the darkness of pagan wickedness with the rays of their lives and instructing many on the path of truth. As we reverently honor your memory, we sing gratefully to God: Hallelujah. Ikos 5 Seeing the people of the city of Edessa, many miracles that happened from the shrine of the holy martyrs Guria, Samon and Aviv, they greatly rejoiced and glorified the Lord with all their hearts, but we, honoring your holy memory, holy martyrs, tenderly cry out: Rejoice, intercessors of the unjustly persecuted. Rejoice, faithful servants of Christ, friends. Rejoice, guardian of those who are in chains and prisons. Rejoice, enlighteners of those who persecute and those who offend. Rejoice, comforters of the weeping. Rejoice, deliverers from insolent and cruel death. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 6 From on high, with wisdom, you received grace, for those who stand in temptation, O all-validated One, even the maiden, Holy One, who delivered you from bitter death. For you truly bring glory to the city of Edessa and joy to the world; For this reason we sing to the Lord: Hallelujah. Ikos 6 Deliver us from the enemy's work, Jesus, Life-Giver, we implore your sufferers with prayers, so that the soul and body that have become enslaved from passions will not be enslaved, we praise those speedy help, just as they were soon closed in the tomb by their husband, having delivered them from death; We also appeal to you: Rejoice, you saved an innocent wife from cruel death. Rejoice, having overcome the atrocities of her tormentor by her wondrous salvation. Rejoice, having exposed your husband’s evil and cruel deed. Rejoice, having taught him to believe in the power of the Christian God. Rejoice, givers of mercy to those in need. Rejoice, vigilant guardians of those who honor your memory. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 7 Although the Lord, Lover of Mankind, will show His mercy to His people, keep your bodies incorruptible, performing miracles, from which all the faithful receive currents of healing, calling to God: Hallelujah. Ikos 7 Leading new intercessors and wondrous miracle workers, the people of the city of Edessa created a holy temple in your memory, placing your relics in it, so that all who suffer will draw help from them, we also have firm hope in you, we cry to you: Rejoice, ye souls and healers of our bodily ailments. Rejoice, you who cast out demons in the name of the Lord. Rejoice, evangelizers of the gospel truths of grace. Rejoice, bearer of Divine grace. Rejoice, you who have received much sorrow for the name of the Lord. Rejoice, having shone marvelously among His saints. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 8 It is strange and scary for infidels to hear what wondrous deeds are being accomplished from your holy relics: sick people are healed, passions are healed, but we, who have firm hope in you, cry out to God who is so good for you with faith: Hallelujah. Ikos 8 Having fulfilled all the virtues, for which you also honor the glory of God, listen, holy martyrs, to the prayers of the faithful who honor your holy memory, and from them you hear: Rejoice, you poor in spirit, for yours is the kingdom of heaven. Rejoice, you who mourn, for you will be comforted. Rejoice, meek ones, for you have inherited the earth. Rejoice, you who have hungered and thirsted for righteousness, for you have been satisfied. Rejoice, O mercy, for you have obtained natural mercy. Rejoice, pure in heart, for you have already seen God. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 9 All kinds of misfortunes that came to the city of Edessa, naturally, holy martyrs, did not abandon us, humble and sinners, but all the people of our country in Orthodoxy and like-mindedness, let us all cry out with one mouth and one heart to the Lord who glorified you: Hallelujah. Ikos 9 We behold you, the holy martyrs, like fish of silence, who are perplexed, for they are perplexed as to how nature hovered in spirit in the desert and in the midst of man, vigilant in his deeds. We, rejoicing, as such are imams, teachers and prayer books, glorify you, saying: Rejoice, cymbals of the Word of God. Rejoice, warm intercessors for us before God. Rejoice, enlighteners of the Jews and Greeks. Rejoice, evangelists of the three-day Resurrection of the Deities. Rejoice, teachers of meekness and self-control. Rejoice, denouncer of lies and crimes. Rejoice, Gurie, Samone and; Aviv, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 10 Although the people of the city of Edessa were saved from the mental wolf, they firmly exhorted them to naturally stand in the true faith, to fear less than the snares of the enemy, but also in sorrows and misfortunes; thank God for everything, singing; To him: Hallelujah. Ikos 10 The wall is solid and a reliable refuge, holy martyrs, to all who come running to you and require quick help, for this reason we cry out in the tenderness of our hearts: Rejoice, joy to all who mourn. Rejoice, refuge and liberation for all the oppressed and enslaved. Rejoice, intercession of widows and orphans. Rejoice, protection from heresies and schisms. Rejoice, for all the wickedness of your life is astonishing. Rejoice, for all pious people rejoice in your name. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 11 Bring songs of thanksgiving to the Lord and for us, our warm intercessors, we beg you ever and again not to depart from us, for our sin, but to ask mercy from the Lord for all who cry out to Him: Hallelujah. Ikos 11 Praising the luminous trinity of holy martyrs, let us, faithfully, eliminate strife and strife in this life, flee disagreements and divisions in the Orthodox faith and preserving the unity of the spirit in the union of peace, let us exclaim from the depths of our souls: Rejoice, loud trumpets of the gospel gospel. Rejoice, sweet-sounding harp of the preaching of salvation. Rejoice, guardian of the strength of truth. Rejoice, destroyers of unwavering unrighteousness. Rejoice, givers of peace and blessings to pious families. Rejoice, severe punishments for cruel and unfaithful spouses. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 12 The grace given to you from God, leading, we celebrate your memory, holy martyrs, with fervent prayer flowing to your honorable image, with your firm help, like an insurmountable wall we are protected, for this reason we praise you, passion-bearers of Christ, and earnestly call to God: Hallelujah . Ikos 12 Singing your wondrous life and martyrdom, we pray to you, passion-bearers of Christ Gurie, Samona and Aviv, be our good helpers in everything, bless us with peace and love, give us firm faith, purity of life and fear of God, and give us all peace of mind Let us exclaim in joy: Rejoice, for your names are glorified even among the unbelievers. Rejoice, peace and joy to those who mourn. Rejoice, fear and surprise to those who offend. Rejoice, you saved an innocent wife from cruel death. Rejoice, for the evil of her husband is worthy of punishment. Rejoice, Guria, Samona and Abiva, passion-bearers of Christ and patron of the offended! Kontakion 13 About the holy passion-bearers of Christ Guria, Samon and Aviv, accept this our song of praise and, having heard our zealous desire, deliver us with your warm intercession to God, from all evil, from enmity and disagreement and all severe troubles and diseases, and with love We honor you, let us call to God: Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah. This kontakion is read three times, then the 1st ikos “Angels in the flesh...” and the 1st kontakion “Elected miracle workers...”) First prayer For the saints of the martyr and confessor of Christ Guria, Samon and Aviv, warm intercessors and prayer books for us before God! In the tenderness of our hearts, looking at your most pure image, we humbly pray to you: hear us, your sinful and unworthy servants, who are in troubles, sorrows and misfortunes, and, having looked at our grave and countless sins, show us; your great mercy, raise us up from the depths of sin, enlighten our minds, soften the evil and damned heart, stop the envy, enmity and strife that live in us, overshadow us with peace, love and the fear of God. Pray to the merciful Lord, may He cover the multitude of our sins with His ineffable mercy, may He preserve His holy Church from unbelief, heresies and schisms, may He give our country peace, prosperity, and fertility of the land; to spouses - love and harmony; chadam—obedience; to the offended - patience; to those who offend - the fear of God; to those who mourn - complacency; for those who rejoice - abstinence. May He cover us all with His all-powerful right hand and deliver us from famine, destruction, cowardice, flood, fire, sword, invasion of foreigners, and internecine warfare, and vain deaths. May He protect us with the militia of His holy Angels, so that upon our departure from this life we may be delivered from the wiles of the evil one and his secret aerial ordeals, and not condemned to appear before the Throne of the Lord of Glory, where the faces of the holy Angels with all the saints glorify the most holy and magnificent name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and ever and unto ages of ages. Amen. Second prayer: For the glorification of the martyr Guria, Samon and Aviv! Protect us, servant of God (names), from the misfortunes of evil people and the machinations of demons; protect us from unexpected death, deliver us from fire, sword and every soul-destroying situation. Hey, passion-bearers of Christ, through your prayers arrange for us all that is good and useful, so that a pious life has passed through a temporary life and a death without shame has been achieved, we will be worthy of your warm intercession with all the saints at the right hand of the Just God of the Judge and constantly glorify Him, with the Father and the Holy Spirit, forever and ever. . Amen. Prayer three: For the glorification of the martyr Guria, Samon and Aviv! To you, as a quick helper and warm prayer books, we, weak and unworthy, come running, earnestly begging: do not despise us, who have fallen into many iniquities and are sinning all the days and hours; guide the erring on the right path, heal the suffering and mourning; keep us in a blameless and chaste life; and as in ancient times, so now remain the patrons of marriages, in love and like-mindedness this affirms and delivers from all evil and calamity. Protect, O the great power of the confessor, all Orthodox Christians from misfortunes, evil people and the machinations of demons; Protect me from unexpected death, begging the All-Good Lord, that He may add great and rich mercy to us, His humble servant. We are not worthy to call on the magnificent name of our Creator with unclean lips, unless you, holy martyrs, intercede for us; For this reason we resort to you and ask for your intercession before the Lord. Also deliver us from famine, flood, fire, sword, invasion of foreigners, internecine warfare, deadly plagues and every soul-destroying situation. To her, passion-bearers of Christ, through your prayers arrange for us all that is good and useful, so that a pious life of a temporary life has passed and a death without shame has been achieved, we will be worthy of your warm intercession with all the saints at the right hand of the Just God of the Judge, and Him to unceasingly glorify with the Father and the Holy Spirit forever and ever. Amen.
