Description
A Powerful Prayer, Newly Available in English
Are you seeking to deepen your prayer rule and connect with a powerful heavenly intercessor? Do you appreciate spiritual resources that are prepared with care, reverence, and beauty?
The Sacred Monastery of St. John of the Ladder is pleased to offer “The Akathist Hymn to our Venerable Father Gerasimus of Boldino,” a devotional ebook crafted to bring the grace of this great saint into your daily life.
Translated with Prayer by Our Monastery
At the heart of this publication is the moving Akathist Hymn to St. Gerasimus. Our monastery has carefully and prayerfully translated this hymn from Church Slavonic into clear, beautiful English, making it accessible for personal devotion.
Through this powerful hymn, you can join your voice in praise of the saint who was a:
- “Voice that didst inspire malefactors to repent wholeheartedly.”
- “Lily of Christ’s garden, that didst blossom amidst the thorns of iniquity.”
- “Great vanquisher of demons and speedy comforter of the sorrowful.”
This is your opportunity to add a unique and potent prayer to your personal rule, asking for the help of a saint known for his astonishing courage, his protection, and his swift aid to those in need.
Who was St. Gerasimus?
To help you pray with deeper understanding and love, we have included a brief, original summary of the saint’s incredible life. Learn how this humble shoemaker ventured into the wild forests, converted violent robbers through his meekness, and was protected by a raven sent from God. This short account provides the perfect context to appreciate the praises sung in the Akathist Hymn.
Designed for Your Prayer Corner & On-the-Go
We believe that spiritual materials should be uplifting to behold, and edifying to read. Your purchase provides you with two masterfully designed files, created for reverence and ease of use.
For just $2.99, your purchase includes:
- The Complete Akathist Hymn: The full text of our exclusive translation, ready for your daily prayers.
- A Brief Account of the Saint’s Life: All you need to know to call upon this great wonderworker in his akathist hymn.
- A Stunning, Print-Ready PDF: This 20-page file features elegant, full-colour page decorations and borders, with a comfortable font perfect for reading or printing.
- A Versatile, Reflowable EPUB: The same rich text and beautiful illustrations, perfectly formatted for any e-reader (Kindle, Kobo), tablet, or phone.
- Instant & Unrestricted Access: Download your DRM-free files immediately after purchase. They are yours to keep and use on any of your devices.
- A Way to Support Our Monastery: Your purchase is a valued contribution that directly supports the ongoing translation and spiritual work of The Sacred Monastery of St. John of the Ladder.
While facts about a saint’s life can be found online, a beautifully presented, prayerfully translated Akathist is a rare gift.
Download your copy today.
Product Data
- Price: $2.99 (USD)
- Product Type: Digital / Downloadable
- Files Included: 1 PDF, 1 EPUB
- Download: Instant access after purchase.
