Synaxis of the Baptist

The Synaxis of the Baptist is a feast day celebrated on January 7, the day following the Great Feast of Theophany. It commemorates the Holy Glorious Prophet, John the Forerunner, who is the Baptiser of Jesus Christ.
==Hymns==
Troparion (Tone 2)
:The memory of the righteous is celebrated with songs of praise,
:But the Lord's testimony is sufficient for you, O Forerunner.
:You were shown indeed to be the most Honorable of the Prophets,
:For in the waters you baptize the one whom you preached.
:After suffering with joy on behalf of the truth,
:You proclaimed even to those in hell the God who appeared in the flesh
:Who takes away the sin of the world,
:And grants us great mercy!
Kontakion (Tone 6)
:The river Jordan trembled, and was driven back
:Filled with fear at Your coming in the flesh,
:While John drew back in awe
:As he fulfilled the ministry of the Spirit.
:The ranks of angels stood amazed,
:When they beheld You baptized in the stream,
:And we, who were in darkness, are filled with light,
:Praising You, God made manifest, who enlightens all!
==Source==
*Text of the Troparion and Kontakion
==External link==
Synaxis of the Holy Glorious Prophet, Forerunner and Baptist John - from OCA web site.
Category:Feasts