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Holy Saturday

“Holy Saturday”
Liturgy of the Hours, Holy Saturday Office of Readings,
Second Reading from an Ancient Homily
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From an Ancient Homily on Holy Saturday

Something strange is happening—there is a great silence on earth today, a great silence and stillness.… Read the rest

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Jesus’ Last Sabbath

Anastasis, Fresco painting, Chora Church Collection, 11th century

Holy Saturday

Earth received a new and incorruptible seed in her womb when Jesus was laid to rest, wrapped in cloths as in a manger, and perfumed with myrrh, as the Magi anticipated.… Read the rest