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Orthodox Church commemorations of Saint John the Baptist

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Latest: Saint John the Baptist Beheading observed by Orthodox Christians

The Orthodox Church observes religious commemorations regarding the martyrdom of Saint John the Baptist. These observances involve days of strict fasting and spiritual reflection. In addition to the biblical account of

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Orthodox Christian religious commemorations

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Latest: Saint Moses the Black commemorated in Orthodox calendar

The Orthodox Church observes several religious commemorations, most notably the feast of the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, which is a day of fasting. Saint Moses the Ethiopian (also referred to as Saint Moses th

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Martyrdom of John the Baptist

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Latest: Saint John the Baptist feast day observed by Orthodox Christians

The biblical account details the execution of John the Baptist by Herod Antipas. Following John’s imprisonment for criticizing Herod’s marriage to Herodias, the prophet was executed during a birthday banquet. During the

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