A translation from Old Church Slavonic, this prayer book is intended for lay people to use at home and at church. The prayers mostly date from the earliest centuries of Christianity, and are thus the common heritage of all Christians. It contains all the traditional everyday prayers for individuals and families, it has several favorite church services: The Divine Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, akathists, supplicatory canons, preparation for Holy Communion, thanksgiving for Holy Communion, selections from matins and vespers, etc. Also includes articles about how to pray. Some pages are graced by holy icons and traditional ornamentation (in monochrome). Hardcover (4 5/8" X 6 1/4") Holy Trinity Monastery. 402 pages