Marina of Antioch (Jordan)
In the city of Antioch, in the 3rd century, the pagan clergyman Edesima gave birth to a daughter, named at that time a rare name - Marina. Her mother died almost immediately after giving birth, and her father hired a nurse for his daughter. This woman turned out to be an Orthodox Christian, and from infancy she initiated Marina into the sacraments of the Christian faith.
Marina’s father learned about his daughter’s aversion from the pagan faith of her ancestors and acceptance of faith in Christ. Angered by betrayal and steadfastness, in response to all admonitions to come to his senses, Edesim renounces his daughter.
When Marina was 15 years old, she sincerely sought to devote her life and soul to the Christian god, fearlessly proclaiming her faith and ridiculing the worship of pagan gods. At that time, persecution of Christians was taking place in Antioch, especially aggravated for the approaching pagan holiday. Then many people were arrested, among whom was Marina.
The ruler of Asia, Olimvrius, who saw the young beauty Marina among the captives, was enchanted, and for the sake of her salvation, he asked to renounce Christ and become his wife. But all his admonitions and flattering speeches could not shake her faith and bring fear into her soul because of the coming trials. Angered by the refusal, Olimvriy ordered the girl to be tortured and tormented. Marina was brutally beaten, nailed and her body was torn with tridents. Even the ruler himself could not stand the sight of the torture taking place.
At night, when Marina was thrown into prison, an Angel appeared to her and healed her wounds. The next day brought torture again. They burned her with fire, and Marina prayed to the Lord to help her get through this and send her to receive holy Baptism through water.
Olimvriy, hearing her words, ordered Marina to be tied up and drowned in a deep vat, but this execution was not destined to happen. Above the submerged saint, light poured from the sky and a snow-white dove with a golden crown in its beak appeared. All the fetters binding her body fell away, and she emerged unharmed from the water, glorifying the Lord, His son and the holy spirit.
The people present at the execution were amazed by the miracle that occurred, and many, having believed, began to glorify the True Heavenly God. What was happening enraged Olimvrius, and he ordered to kill everyone who would glorify the name of Christ. Then a terrible thing happened: about 15 thousand true Christians were destroyed and Saint Marina herself was beheaded.
Located at the site of the execution and beatings of Christians, Theotimus secretly entered the body of the murdered woman and buried her, as expected, according to Christian custom.
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Characteristics of a woman
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Just as an ocean wave is unpredictable, a girl named Marina can be gentle, tremulous, and can show her strength in an instant. Pride and arrogance are often inherent. He always gives account of his words, never throws them to the wind. At a more mature age, she is relaxed and smart. Seeks attention from others. An active social circle consists of a few trusted friends. If someone helps her, she will remember this all her life and will repay kindness for kindness.
A hardworking woman, she cannot imagine herself being idle. He approaches his duties responsibly. He loves activities outside of his main profession, to which he even devotes his free time. Often achieves good results. Her professionalism is appreciated by her superiors and colleagues. They consult her and set her as an example for others.
She marries a guy well known to her, often a classmate or fellow student. He must be of a calm disposition and moderately reasonable. He doesn’t cheat on his spouse, he demands the same from his other half. Does not allow conflicts in the family. If he doesn’t like something in the actions of his household, he tries to explain it peacefully. A person has a bright destiny, but the best qualities cannot always be seen the first time.
The older Marinochka is, the more charm she has. She attracts men with her charms. There is no shortage of fans. Both in marriage and in relationships, she needs constant attention, otherwise the girl will be mopey, her character will deteriorate, and she will be in a depressed mood.
Help from the Holy Martyr Marina
You can receive multifaceted help from the holy martyr Marina. It helps in protecting children and during childbirth, heals from illness and consoles in suffering.
But its main help lies in protection from malicious slander, slander and slander, from attacks of the enemy and evil spirit. It also helps in preserving crops from various pests and natural disasters.
The meaning of the image of a martyr in Orthodoxy
The Great Martyr Marina is a symbol of unshakable faith for Orthodox Christians. A 15-year-old girl defeated the dragon-devil with prayer and the sign of the cross. She paid her Christian debt - she suffered for Jesus, as Jesus suffered for people. The spiritual purity of the saint influenced Satan. According to one legend, in a dungeon Marina fought a dragon with a hammer and won. The defeated Tempter told the girl how he takes possession of souls. Confessing Christ during torture is a feat of a martyr, inspiring and strengthening in faith.
In Rus', the name Marina has been considered traditional since the 4th century. The saint protects from anger, slander, and unfair trial. They prayed to the Great Martyr next to the bed of the dying man, so that she would not allow the demon to take possession of his soul. In an old guide to Athonite sights of the 18th century, it is written that next to the relics of the saint, people were healed of mental illnesses and got rid of demons.
Marina Beriyskaya
There is evidence of the life of Saint Marina of Beria that has survived to modern times. This data was preserved thanks to Theodoret, Bishop of Cyrrhus, who had communication with the saint, and before whose eyes almost her entire life passed.
In the 4th century, in the Syrian city of Beria, two girls, friends, Kira and Marina, lived in wealthy respected families. But the life happening around, with its dubious joys, surrounded by vices, feasts and debauchery, did not suit the girls. They tried to distance themselves from the horror and hardships of this rich beauty, and in solitude they discussed their future living.
They passionately wanted to get away from worldly vanities and earthly pleasures, and save their souls. They saw their only salvation in accepting the teachings of Christ, the only way they could preserve the God-given purity of body and soul.
Only after waiting until they came of age and leaving parental care, they accepted Baptism and left their father’s houses and the city.
Kira and Marina, moving away from the city walls, found a secluded place on which they erected a closed wall, with only one small hole so that people could serve them water and bread. The girls did not take anything else and ate only this food.
So the hermits lived behind their walls, under the open sky, and steadfastly endured all adversity, glorifying the Lord. They spent fifty days in silence, and only interrupted it for one day, talking with people who came to them. A long ascetic lifestyle and passionate prayers turned people to the Christian faith. So they were joined by two girls, servants from a past pagan life, whom Kira and Marina helped in gaining perseverance and God's grace.
As Theodoret said, the girls did not limit themselves to renunciation of the worldly, their feats of silence and fasting. They burdened their existence by wearing heavy iron chains under which their bodies bent. No matter how the bishop asked them, during confession and communion, not to bother themselves with such a difficult test, wearing chains, but the girls continued to accomplish their feat early.
In their solitude and fasting, Kira and Marina lived for 40 years. Only twice did they go beyond their walls, making a journey on foot, without eating any food, to the Holy Sepulcher, in Jerusalem, and to the burial place of Thekla, the first Equal-to-the-Apostles Martyr, in Isauria.
Kira and Marina of Beria rested in the middle of the 5th century.
Marina's name day according to the Christian church calendar
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The meaning of the icon of St. Marina
The icon of St. Marina of Antioch speaks of the purity and perseverance of soul and body. It helps in overcoming the overwhelming fear of obstacles arising from bad words, from ill-wishers and slanderers.
People with mental illness usually turn to the icon, where the devil is depicted next to the saint.
The icon of Saint Marina of Beria speaks of the salvation of one’s soul through the renunciation of worldly temptations, and serves as protection from troubles and needs. It protects the home and helps create or maintain a strong family, acquire good and loyal friends and patrons. On the road, she will make sure you have a safe journey.
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Saint Marina is glorified on Memorial Day by reading the troparion, kontakion and prayer. Reading the akathist will help to call on the great martyr to help those who want to strengthen their faith.
Troparion
Your Lamb, Jesus, Marina calls with a great voice: I love You, my Bridegroom, and, seeking You, I suffer, and I am crucified and buried in Your Baptism, and I suffer for Your sake, for I reign in You, and I die for You, and I live with You, but accept me as an immaculate sacrifice, sacrificed to You with love. Through prayers, as the Merciful, save our souls.
Kontakion
Virginity is replete with kindnesses, virgin, you were crowned with incorruptible crowns, Marino, stained with the blood of martyrdom, miracles enlightened by healings, piously, martyr, you received the honor of the victory of your suffering.
Akathist
Kontakion 1
Chosen by God from a pagan race, to the wise bride of Christ, the city of Antioch, the heavenly intercessor, let us write thanksgiving to you, your prayer books, the holy and long-suffering Great Martyr Marino. But you, having boldness towards the Lord, free us from all troubles, evils and illnesses, calling with love: Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Ikos 1
Creator of angels, knowing your good will, holy martyr, show you an invincible passion-bearer for the faith of Christ. You shone with the kindness of your body and the beauty of your soul in the house of your idolater father, and yet, enlightened by the light of grace, you came to know the true faith, having rejected your father’s wickedness. We, marveling at God’s view of you, call to you with tenderness of hearts:
Rejoice, young lady, chosen by God; Rejoice, adorned from youth with a virtuous life.
Rejoice, having despised the vanity of earthly life from your youth; Rejoice, thou who loves true wisdom.
Rejoice, O virgin of virginity, brought back from the midst of pagan thorns; Rejoice, overshadowed by grace from above from a small age.
Rejoice, you who have well preserved holy chastity and virginity; Rejoice, you who were named from above as the image of Christian virgins.
Rejoice, you who loved Christ with all your heart; Rejoice, you who freely endured suffering for His name.
Rejoice, blessed adornment to the Orthodox Church; Rejoice, for your name is glorified by Christians all over the world.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 2
Seeing the beauty of your face, people marvel, not knowing the beauty of your soul. But you, holy virgin, having rejected the turmoil of the world, you raised your mind to things above and desired to be adorned with the crown of martyrdom from your beloved Bridegroom Christ, joyfully singing to Him the song: Alleluia.
Ikos 2
Your mind, not yet enlightened by holy baptism, Saint Marino, enlighten the Lord, teaching you to glorify the One and True God, but your wicked parent denied you, but it is not possible to tear you away from the true faith, in which you remained unshakable. Likewise, strengthen us in the virtues of faith and love, calling to you:
Rejoice, thou who has acquired angelic disposition from infancy; Rejoice, you who from your youth devoted yourself entirely to God.
Rejoice, thou who has loved the fragrance of virtues from youth; Rejoice, you who have surprised many with the beauty of your soul and body.
Rejoice, virgin, invisible helper to young virgins; Rejoice, kind of Christian decoration.
Rejoice, thou who has comprehended the truths of the Kingdom of God; Rejoice, chosen from above for the feat of confessing Christ.
Rejoice, you who have cultivated piety in yourself; Rejoice, you who have exposed the charm of idolatry.
Rejoice, blessed one, persecuted by your earthly father for the faith of Christ; Rejoice, honorable daughter of the Heavenly Father.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 3
Girded with power from above, you were able to overcome temptation, when the persecutor of Christians, eparch Olimvrius, was surprised at your beauty and desired to take you as a wife, persuading you with sweet words to sacrifice to an idol. But you, having despised the glory of this world, confessed that you were a Christian and rejected the earthly bridegroom, the immortal Bridegroom, the Life-Giver of Christ, seeking. Marveling at your boldness, let us sing a song to the Lord who strengthened you: Alleluia.
Ikos 3
Having in your heart a firm faith in Christ, like a sheep to the slaughter, you were brought to the tormenting court, the glorious Marino, where you boldly preached the Almighty God of all before the people and, strengthened by the power of God, you put the wicked judges to shame. Accept therefore from our love the praises brought to you:
Rejoice, flattery that exposed polytheism; Rejoice, champion of the true faith. Rejoice, you who despised idolatry from your youth; Rejoice, you who loved true worship of God even to death.
Rejoice, you who did not desire any other bridegroom besides the Heavenly One; Rejoice, having preserved the purity of your virginity.
Rejoice, you who dispelled the plans of your tormentor Olymbria; Rejoice, you who were not afraid of his wrath.
Rejoice, meek dove and sufferer for Christ’s sake; Rejoice, called by the Son of God into the wonderful light of His faith and grace.
Rejoice, having become a vessel of the Holy Spirit by your virtuous life; Rejoice, bright star, kindled by God in Antioch.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 4
Possessed by a storm of rage, the insane tormentor commanded that your body be betrayed to fierce torments, then the enemy’s weapons will be exhausted and the earth will be sanctified with your blood. But you, having valiantly endured the torment of evil, looking to the future reward and being able to do everything in the Lord, with tenderness you cried out to Christ God who strengthened you: Alleluia.
Ikos 4
Having heard from you, the wicked tormentor, a courageous confession of the faith of Christ, imprison you in prison, where the prince of darkness himself appeared in the form of a serpent, although he would frighten you. But you, a pure virgin, strengthened by the invincible power of the Cross, have repelled the host of the devil himself and have received grace to drive away unclean spirits and crush the power of the enemy. For this reason, we too, having heard how the devil has been disgraced and overcome by the virgin, joyfully cry out to you:
Rejoice, you who boldly stood before the unrighteous judge; Rejoice, you who professed to be a Christian.
Rejoice, thou who has known the omnipotent power of the grace of Christ; Rejoice, you who were not afraid of the malice of the infidels.
Rejoice, holy virgin, who put her tormentors to shame; Rejoice, stronger than strong men.
Rejoice, you who endured the imprisonment of Christ for the sake of Christ; Rejoice, you who crushed the head of the devil by the power of the Cross.
Rejoice, being in the flesh, having trampled upon the incorporeal enemy; Rejoice, conqueror of the wiles of the devil.
Rejoice, true participant of Christ's Passion; Rejoice, for your reward is many in Heaven.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 5
You were like a more godly star, Marino, when, imprisoned in prison, you jubilantly glorified Christ, your Bridegroom. For this reason, the Lord honors you with a wondrous vision of the Cross and the dove and heals you from all wounds, bestowing joy and strengthening you for a new feat. We also pray: heal the sinful wounds of all who honor you and sing to God with love: Alleluia.
Ikos 5
Seeing the eparch Olimvriy Saint Marina brought out of prison, healthy and bright, he became enraged with anger and again gave her over to torment, ordering her to be nailed to a tree and her body to be burned with burning lamps. However, material fire cannot exhaust you, holy maiden, for you are illuminated by the fire of Divine love and like three youths, you have trampled this fire. Deliver the same unbearable eternal fire to all who honor you and sing like this:
Rejoice, having established with your blood the triumph of the true faith; Rejoice, for the Lord Himself has looked down upon your suffering from above.
Rejoice, thou who was granted a wondrous vision in prison; Rejoice, you who have beheld the honorable Cross of your Lord.
Rejoice, you who bore the wounds of Christ on your body; Rejoice, healed from all those ulcers by the Lord.
Rejoice, strengthened from above for the feat of martyrdom; Rejoice, illuminated by the Divine light.
Rejoice, scorched by earthly fire for Christ's sake; Rejoice, you who kindle our hearts with the Divine fire.
Rejoice, thou who conquered the fierce Veliira; Rejoice, for the powers of hell tremble at your glory.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 6
The preacher of miracles and the glory of God appeared to you, Great Martyr Marino, when the tormentor threw you into the water, commanding that you be drowned while bound. Then the Lord grant a sign to all the people: an indescribable light rose over the head of the martyr, a pillar of fire with a cross and a white dove with a golden crown appeared. And a voice came from above, saying: peace be with you, bride of Christ Marino, now you will receive an unfading crown from the hand of the Lord and rest in the Kingdom of Heaven. For this reason we glorify God, who gave you such grace, and we sing to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 6
You shone like a luminous star, and with Divine grace you drove away the darkness of polytheism, Saint Marino, enlightening many people who saw the miracles of God revealed to you; then a great multitude of husbands and wives believed in Christ and suffered martyrdom, being baptized in their own blood. Enlighten us too, O Marino, darkened by the darkness of sin, and with the light of the evening illumine those who glorify you and sing you like this:
Rejoice, in your suffering, like gold in a furnace, purified; Rejoice, the hardest adamant who appeared in your patience.
Rejoice, thou who has trampled down the pagan ministry; Rejoice, you who preached the power of God before the wicked.
Rejoice, you who have illuminated the souls of those gathered with the Divine light; Rejoice, you who have led many to a truer faith.
Rejoice, devoted champion of the faith of Christ; Rejoice, guiding star to all those seeking salvation.
Rejoice, you who through your suffering lead people to Christ; Rejoice, miracles to His preacher.
Rejoice, you who burned with the fire of jealousy for the glory of God; Rejoice, immaculate dove, flying to the heavenly abodes.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, bride of Christ of all.
Kontakion 7
To those who would like us to glorify your deeds and miracles, O glorious great martyr, we remember the words of the psalmist of old, illuminated by the Spirit of the Lord, prophetically: we passed through fire and water, and brought us to rest. But you, Saint Marino, have fulfilled this deed, for you were tempted by fire and water, and having defeated the invisible enemy, you entered the palace of Heaven with Christ, your Bridegroom, singing to Him: Alleluia.
Ikos 7
Like a new light in the firmament of heaven, you shone forth to the entire Christian race, holy sufferer Marino, when, having had her head truncated, you gave up your soul to Christ, your Bridegroom. Moreover, we, reverently remembering your sufferings and deeds, call you with love:
Rejoice, you who preserved faith, hope and love to the end; Rejoice, thou who art not afraid of bodily death.
Rejoice, joyfully for the Head of the Church, Christ, who bowed her head to the sword; Rejoice, you who received the crown of glory from the hands of the Lord.
Rejoice, because your torment is visible, many people have turned to God; Rejoice, for your death will enlighten the darkened minds.
Rejoice, having entered through the fire and water of torment into heavenly peace; Rejoice, you pouring out streams of mercy to the faithful.
Rejoice, you who performed many and great miracles in your Dormition; Rejoice, adorned with unfading colors in Heaven.
Rejoice, wise virgin of the Gospel, possessing a burning lamp; Rejoice, numbered among the martyr's army.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 8
Having completed the earthly journey and passed the martyr's path, the passion-bearer Saint Marino, you have settled in the Kingdom of Light, and you have not abandoned the people who prayed to you with love, for you have received the grace to defeat the enemy of the human race and heal many ailments of our souls and bodies. With the same gratitude we glorify you and to God, who has exalted you, we sing the angelic song: Alleluia.
Ikos 8
All the heavenly powers rejoiced, praising God, who gave you, Saint Marino, such courage and unshakable firmness in confessing the faith of Christ. Thus, even after death, your honorable body, incorruptibly preserved, was placed by God’s will in the city of Antioch, exuding an abundance of miracles with faith to those who resort to your intercession and prayerfully cry out to you:
Rejoice, gloriously exalted by God through the incorruption of your relics; Rejoice, for the demons tremble at your relics.
Rejoice, for your honest relics in the city of Antioch were glorified by many miracles; Rejoice, for by these the great Constantinople has also been sanctified.
Rejoice, for the Lord has preserved your honorable relics to this day in the lands of Italy; Rejoice, for God has been pleased to carry your right hand to Holy Mount Athos.
Rejoice, intercessor of all Orthodox Christians; Rejoice, joy to us and eternal grace to the intercessor.
Rejoice, glorious wonderworker; Rejoice, you who burn the arrows of the enemy with the fire of prayer.
Rejoice, you who drive away troubles and sorrows from those who love you; Rejoice, you give ambulance to all who call upon you.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 9
All orthodox people of Russia preach your gracious help to our country, from ancient years to this day fathers and mothers name their daughters after you, and miracles have glorified in your image in our churches. Likewise, in honor of my duty, I sing to you to the miraculous God: Alleluia.
Ikos 9
The branches of this world will not be able to adequately praise your sufferings and virtues, Great Martyr Marino. Likewise, we, who are unworthy, wish to sing praises to the Lord and Giver of Life, who gave you the strength of the devil himself, not to be afraid and to defeat the tormentors, we pray to you, look at this sighing of our hearts and be our constant helper, granting all good things through your intercession to everyone who sings to you like this:
Rejoice, virgin, shining with heavenly beauty; Rejoice, fragrant lily, increased by the grace of God.
Rejoice, passion-bearer, who tore apart all the bonds and snares of the enemy; Rejoice, fruitful olive tree, abundantly flowing oil of mercy to us.
Rejoice, temple of purity and purity; Rejoice, warm intercessor with the Heavenly Father for the salvation of sinners.
Rejoice, comforter to those in prison and in bonds; Rejoice, O people who suffered for Christ, who showed the way to Heaven.
Rejoice, you who have received power from the Lord over unclean spirits; Rejoice, you who teach us to run to Christ God in the adversity of the enemy.
Rejoice, banisher of fierce ailments; Rejoice, healer of incurable diseases.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 10
To save everyone, the Lord deigns to preserve your holy relics, Great Martyr Marino, as a consolation to all the faithful, as if you have risen from the East, now in the countries of the West you have enlightened all who honor you and fall to your celibate relics, so that through your miracles and prayers people awaken from a life of sin to the life of the saints, praising their Creator and God: Alleluia.
Ikos 10
Through the wall of your prayers, Great Martyr Marino, preserve our Russian country, and guide all the faithful who live and strive in it along the right path to the Kingdom of Heaven, for you have been given the grace to pray for Orthodox people not only in the Greek land, but in all Christian countries. For this reason, accept from us with love the grateful doxology offered:
Rejoice, for through you the name of Christ is glorified in the world; Rejoice, for through you the return of eternal blessings has been granted.
Rejoice, for the Angels rejoice with you in Heaven; Rejoice, for men also praise you on earth.
Rejoice, you who guide all Orthodox on the path of salvation; Rejoice, instructing sinners to repentance.
Rejoice, glorified with love by the Russian people; Rejoice, O intercessor for our country before God and the Most Holy Theotokos.
Rejoice, merciful God-given helper to Russian virgins and wives; Rejoice, fervent prayer book for all the people of our land.
Rejoice, you who reward those who love you with holy love; Rejoice, praying with the Queen of Heaven and earth for the whole world.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 11
You offered singing to the One and True God, Marino, not just in words, but in a free sacrifice; Imitating Christ, who was crucified for us, you laid down your soul for the true faith and you flew like a dove into the heavenly abode with the wings of purity and Divine love. Now, rejoicing with the Angels and all the saints, you sing the victorious song to the Lover of Mankind: Alleluia.
Ikos 11
Having shone upon us like a multi-bright star, you drive away the demonic darkness with your prayers, O holy Great Martyr Marino; We also pray to you: enlighten our hearts, darkened by the passions, and grant us Divine grace, ask for forgiveness of sins from the All-Merciful God, as by faith, spiritual joy and love we call to you:
Rejoice, bright star of the Church of Christ; Rejoice, lamp, illuminating the world.
Rejoice, thou whose soul dwelleth in the unflickering light; Rejoice, for you have shone with grace more than the rays of the sun.
Rejoice, for you enlighten souls with immaterial light; Rejoice, for you have guided those who have gone astray to the path of truth.
Rejoice, before the Throne of the Lord there is an unquenchable lamp; Rejoice, you who illuminated the entire universe with the light of your deed.
Rejoice, all-bright one, clothed in grace as with a robe of light; Rejoice, illuminated by the tri-radiant light.
Rejoice, O Light, kindled by God; Rejoice, for you now see an indescribable light.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 12
The monastery of Vatopedi is filled with grace, having infinite treasure, thy right hand, great martyr Marino, from the non-myrrh Divine healing flows out to the world, and the demonstrators are driven away from the people who called on the name of your saint. Likewise, fill us, who brightly celebrate your memory, with grace with your prayers, so that we, together with the Holy Mountain, will sing miracles to the giver of God: Alleluia.
Ikos 12
Singing to God, who is wondrous in His saints, we please you, the bride of Christ and the great martyr Marino, we honor your suffering, we glorify your patience and invincible courage, we praise your martyrdom. For on earth, by the power of God, you have defeated Satan, who appeared before your eyes; now, standing before the Throne of the King of Glory, pray for us, that the Lord will deliver from the action of the devil and from all troubles those who honor your holy memory and sing praises:
Rejoice, glorified by the grace of God; Rejoice, you who have made your abode in the house of the Heavenly Father.
Rejoice in Christ, your Bridegroom, you who suffered; Rejoice, thou honored with the blessedness of the saints.
Rejoice, decoration of Christian virgins; Rejoice, worthy inhabitant of the heavenly world.
Rejoice, undaunted confessor of faith in Christ; Rejoice, rejoicing with the martyrs and all the saints.
Rejoice, saint of God, participant in the lives of the great saints; Rejoice, for you will always triumph with all God’s chosen ones.
Rejoice, you who stand before God with boldness in Heaven; Rejoice, wonderful helper to all Orthodox Christians.
Rejoice, Great Martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ.
Kontakion 13
O precious and pure dove, holy great martyr Marino, all-praised bride of Christ, accept this small prayer from those who love you and with your favorable prayers to God, deliver from enemies visible and invisible, from all illnesses of mental and physical freedom and from eternal torment with your intercession, save, yes Let us be worthy with you in the villages of paradise to sing a victorious song to God: Alleluia.
(This kontakion is read three times, then ikos 1 and kontakion 1)
Prayers
After the akathist, one of two prayers to Saint Marina is read to choose from. Appeals are also read every day in front of the icon of the Great Martyr, on name day or in difficult circumstances.
First
Oh, holy virgin and martyr Marina, who loves the Lord with all her soul, who went through fire, water and physical torture for her faith, and was reborn in the Kingdom of Heaven. In your youth, you already loved Christ, choosing the path of holiness, sanity and righteousness, serving as an example for everyone with your life. Healed from her wounds and experiencing torment, she converted many atheists to the true faith. You illuminate my life and that of every servant of God who comes to you with faith in prayer. Oh, intercessor, guide us to fulfill all the commandments of the Lord and spiritual achievement. Have mercy on our lives with your words before the Lord God. Intercede for all Orthodox Christians, strengthen our faith, piety and love for our neighbors. Cleanse from flaws, curses and dashing thoughts. Free from enmity, injustice and lies. Have mercy, pious Marina, and help us glorify the name of the Lord. In the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit, from now on and forever and ever. Amen.
Second
O holy virgin and great martyr Marino, true Bridegroom of your Christ, who suffered in the city of Antioch for the faith of Christ, passed through fire and water and found her home in the Kingdom of Heaven! From your youth, you have loved Christ, our God, with all your soul and with all your heart, the only one who desires to serve. You shone with the power of your piety, chastity and righteousness, having lived holy and precariously among the infidels. You, wonderfully healed from wounds by the grace of God, amazed your tormentors and brought many unbelievers to the knowledge of the True God. By the power of God you trampled upon the devil who appeared before your eyes, and you received grace to defeat the enemy of the human race in the battle. You are a bright lamp for the entire Church of Christ, a warm prayer book for God, and a speedy intercessor for all who come running to you with faith. O Saint Marino, guide us to the Heavenly Fatherland, give us zeal for salvation, direct our steps to doing the commandments of Christ, to the path of spiritual achievement and correction of life. Remember us with your prayer, help us all to live chastely, righteously and piously. Hear us, Passion-Bearer of Christ, and beg God, the Lover of Mankind, that through your intercession He may give peace and good order to our Fatherland, may all Orthodox Christians be affirmed in faith, piety and purity, may He strengthen brotherly love in us, may He cleanse us sinners from filth and vices May He save us from the actions of the enemy, and have mercy on us with His grace, and make us heirs of the Kingdom of Heaven, where together with you we will glorify the wondrous God, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, in His saints, always, now and ever, and unto the ages of ages. Amen.
Origin of the name
The name Marina is Greek in origin. Translated into Russian it means “sea”. Although in Greek it has a slightly deeper meaning, the nuances of which are lost in translation. The fact is that initially Marina was the name given to the goddess of love Aphrodite, because she was born from the foam of the sea. That is, here there is an indication of the element of the sea, which gives life in its excitement and chaos. Therefore, this name is not just a reference to the sea. It is a reflection of the cosmic principle of world order.
