This week we will commemorate the passing of St. Athanasius (May 2, 373), the famous bishop of Alexandria and champion of trinitarian theology. I haven’t confirmed this for myself yet, but I’ve heard that this is the prayer Athanasius prayed at the end of his life as witnessed by one of his deacons. Whether it is or not, it’s a great prayer. Enjoy.
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St. Athanasius’ Dying Prayer
Thou art Jesus, the Son of the Father, Yea, Amen.
Thou art He who commandeth the Cherubim and the Seraphim, Yea, Amen.
Thou hast existed with the Father in truth always, Yea. Amen.
Thou rulest the Angels, Yea, Amen.
Thou art the power of the Heavens, Yea, Amen.
Thou art the crown of the Martyrs, Yea, Amen.
Thou art the deep counsel of the Saints, Yea, Amen.
Thou art He in whom the deep counsel of the Father is hidden, Yea, Amen.
Thou art the mouth of the Prophets, Yea, Amen.
Thou art the tongue of the Angels, Yea, Amen.
Thou art Jesus my Life, Yea, Amen.
Thou art Jesus the object and boast of the world, Yea, Amen.






