The Holy Communion What Is

About the #Holy #Communion 👉What is the Holy Communion? 👉What is the origin and system of the Holy Communion? 👉Who founded the Holy Communion? 👉Why is the Holy Communion called a Mystery? 👉Who is worthy of the Holy Communion? 👉What is the preparation we do before receiving Holy Communion? 👉What is the preparation we do when we receive Holy Communion? 👉What are major points we need to understand before receiving it? 👉What precautions should we take after receiving Holy Communion? Beloved and respected, all our members who follow the orthodox education that we convey on John's Repentance page; Based on the questions on the topic above, we have sent you the important lesson below, so we entrust you all to read and learn from it. About the Holy Communion, its Origin and the ceremony According to the canon of our Church, the Holy Eucharist (Qurban) is one of the seven sacraments of the Church. Qurban is a Surist and Greek (Arabic) word that means blessing, gift of money, knowledge, labor and time. In the Old Testament, the blood of animals offered by the Israelites for their sins and for the glory of God was called a sacrifice.   In the Old Testament era, the blood of animals offered by the Israelites for their sins and for the glory of God was called 'sacrifice', 'communion'.   But in the New Testament, communion or sacrifice means the faithful (true) sacrifice that God offered as an offering to reconcile himself with mankind. Therefore, the sacrament means the perfect body and blood of our God, Jesus Christ, our Savior, the Lamb of God. It is our God, our Savior, Jesus Christ, who founded the sacrament of the Holy Communion. And the day he started the system is the eve of the crucifixion on Thursday. When our savior established this great system and secret, only his twelve disciples were with him, and he did not reveal it to all the people who were following him as before. This is the reason why the Church still presents it with a veil and honor. When our Lord was sacrificed on the cross, in order to cover Him, the sun was dark the moon was covered with blood and the stars dropped down like withered fruit like chilies . Even the angels of heaven dare not touch the sacrifice, for this is given only to the priests.   The Holy Communion is called a mystery. Our Lord Jesus Christ took the bread, blessed it, consecrated it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "This is my flesh." Therefore, it is a great mystery that the bread is changed into the flesh of God the Son  (the flesh of God) and the wine is the blood of God the Son  (blood of God), that is why it is called the mystery. (Matthew 26:26, Mark 14:22) Even today, the priests prepare the bread only from pure wheat, and they prepare the wine only from pure grapes or raisins. When the priest blesses the bread into the flesh of God and the wine into the blood of God, the authority of the priest, the word of God, and through the action of the Holy Spirit transform the bread into the flesh of God the Son (the flesh of God) and the wine into the flesh of God the Son (the flesh of God). This makes the Holy Communion a mystery because it is hidden from the unbeliever, which is visible only to believers with the eyes of faith. In addition, visible service is given the secret of invisible grace.   Major Points that we need to understand before receiving Holy Communion   - We must believe without doubt that the bread and wine are changed into the body and blood of Jesus Christ. "And as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and blessed it, and broke it, and gave it to the disciples, and said, Take, eat; this is my body..this is my blood, drink. (Matthew 26:26) The Causes of Marital Dissolution: A Lesson on the Perils that Threaten Holy #Matrimony Beloved followers of the sacred teachings, let us approach this lesson with hearts open to wisdom and ears attuned to divine counsel. For marriage, a union consecrated by God, stands as a fortress against the tempests of life; yet many find their sacred bonds shattered. Why do these unions fail? What causes this holy covenant to be dissolved? With the light of scripture and the guidance of the Fathers, let us examine the roots of this grievous affliction. 1. The Temptation of the Enemy, the Devil The adversary of mankind, the ancient serpent, prowls as a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. The bonds of matrimony are no exception to his malice. He ensnares the flesh, whispers deception into hearts, and casts venomous doubts upon the minds of even the devout. As the Apostle Peter has warned us: “Be sober-minded and watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour.” (1 Peter 5:8) Satan’s stratagem is subtle, yet ruinous. He fans the flames of lust, fuels discord, and sows strife in hearts that once burned with love. Even those who walk in the path of repentance may find themselves tempted and their marriage under siege. 2. The Weakness of the Self Weakness of the heart, failure to cultivate a forgiving spirit, and the unchecked desires of the flesh lead many into peril. As the Apostle James has taught: “Let no one say when he is tempted, ‘I am being tempted by God,’ for God cannot be tempted with evil, and He Himself tempts no one. But each person is tempted when he is lured and enticed by his own desire. Then desire, when it has conceived, gives birth to sin, and sin, when it is fully grown, brings forth death.” (James 1:13-15) Indeed, within the heart lies the root of many troubles. Desires unchecked turn to envy; envy begets strife; strife erupts into division. Couples must guard against self-centered longings and foster a spirit of self-sacrifice, lest their own hearts betray them. “You desire and do not have; so you murder. You covet and cannot obtain; so you fight and quarrel. You do not have because you do not ask.” (James 4:1-3) Neglect of prayer, praying with selfish intent, and failing to seek what is good rather than what is self-serving also contribute to the collapse of marriages. 3. The Distance Between Husband and Wife Marriage is a union, a sacred bond in which two become one flesh (Ephesians 5:31). Distance, both physical and emotional, weakens this sacred union. When work or other obligations separate husband and wife for prolonged periods, temptation enters like an unguarded thief. The wind of division blows, sowing seeds of misunderstanding and isolation. The wisdom of Ecclesiastes teaches us: “If one falls, the other will lift him up. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up!” (Ecclesiastes 4:10) Physical separation can result in spiritual separation, wherein neither shares in the life and love of the other. Such an arrangement is perilous, for it denies the very essence of the marriage bond. 4. Rushing into Marriage Without True Knowledge of One Another Foolish is the one who enters marriage hastily, without understanding the character of their spouse. When infatuation blinds the eyes, when passion overcomes wisdom, many find themselves lamenting, “I did not know, I did not understand.” Though no man or woman is without fault, a fundamental knowledge of each other’s virtues and weaknesses is essential. Without it, trials arise, and the marriage stands upon a weak foundation, easily shattered by the storms of life. 5. Marrying Without Considering the Third Party Marriage is not an isolated matter; it extends beyond the couple to the family, the Church, and future generations. Many fail to consider the responsibilities marriage brings: The call to bear and raise children. The need to honor and support parents. The obligations towards extended family and community.