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Hymn to Saint Demetrios the Great Martyr
The hymn addresses Saint Demetrios as a great champion whom the world found in times of danger. It describes him as a trophy-bearer who routed the nations like a lion and cast down their arrogance in the stadium while encouraging Nestor. The faithful ask the holy Great Martyr Demetrios to entreat Christ God to grant great mercy.
Key moments
- The world found in Saint Demetrios a great champion in dangers.
- As a trophy-bearer, he routed the nations like a lion and cast down their arrogance in the stadium.
- He encouraged Nestor in the contest.
- The hymn asks Saint Demetrios to entreat Christ God to grant great mercy.
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