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Akathist Hymn to the Theotokos

anonymous tr., 1919

Chapter 1

4th Plag. Tone

Now there came to the knowledge of the Angel the secret command, and he hastened to the dwelling of Joseph and spake unto her who knew not wedlock: Lo, He Who bowed the heavens and came down is contained wholly and unchanged in thee. When I behold Him in thy womb taking the form of a servant, marvelling I cry aloud to thee: Hail, thou Bride unwedded.