Athanasios the Great

This sermon is about Saint Athanasios, who was known for his staunch defense of Christ’s divinity against Arianism. Today, he is best remembered as the “Father of Orthodoxy” for shaping the Nicene Creed, his pivotal writings like On the Incarnation, and his unwavering dedication to preserving Christian orthodoxy despite repeated exiles. Listen to Deacon Euthym's sermon above.

 

Apolytikion of Athanasios and Cyril, Patriarchs of Alexandria

Third Tone

Shining forth with works of Orthodoxy, ye quenched every false belief and teaching and became trophy-bearers and conquerors. And since ye made all things rich and with true piety, greatly adorning the Church with magnificence, Athanasios and wise Cyril, ye both have worthily found Christ God, Who doth grant great mercy unto all.