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Orthodox Church religious commemorations

Overview

The Orthodox Church observes several commemorations of religious figures in late August. On August 21 and 22, the Church honors the Apostle Thaddeus, who is associated with missionary work in Edessa, Syria, and Beirut, as well as various martyrs including Bassa, her children, Agathonikos, and Theoprepia.

On August 25, the Church commemorates Apostle Titus, a collaborator of the Apostle Paul and the traditional first Bishop of Crete. Historical accounts describe Titus as a key figure in organizing early Christian communities and appointing elders.

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Orthodox Church · Titus · Saint Bassa · Saint Vassa · Beirut

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Timeline

  1. 18 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Apostle Titus commemorated by the Orthodox Church

    The Orthodox Church commemorates Apostle Titus on August 25, honoring the Greek collaborator of Paul and the traditional first Bishop of Crete.

  2. 22 days ago

    [CULTURE] 30 sources
    Orthodox Church commemorates Apostle Thaddeus and various martyrs

    The Orthodox Church commemorates Apostle Thaddeus and martyrs Bassa and her children on August 21, followed by the commemoration of martyrs Agathonikos and Theoprepia on August 22.

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