April 26
The holy martyr Basil, bishop of Amasea in Pontus. Under the emperor Licinius, he was cast into the sea and martyred. (322)
At the Divine Liturgy
music - see the April Menaion
Troparion, Tone 4. You shared in the apostles’ way of life * and succeeded to their throne, * divinely inspired bishop. * You found access to contemplation in the active life. * Therefore, you rightly taught the word of truth * and struggled for the faith to the shedding of your blood. * O priest-martyr Basil, * pray to Christ our God to save our souls.
Glory – Kontakion, Tone 4. By disobeying the edict of the king, you gained heaven. * As you now raise your song there, * remember us who commemorate you, * O priest-martyr Basil.
Prokeimenon, Tone 7 (Ps. 149:5,1).
Let the faithful rejoice in glory, * shout for joy, and take their rest.
V. Sing to the Lord a new song of praise in the assembly of the faithful.
Epistle: (of the day)
Alleluia, Tone 2 (Ps. 131:9,13). Alleuia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
V. Your priests will be clothed with righteousness and your saints will rejoice.
V. The Lord has chosen Zion; he prefers her for his dwelling.
Gospel: (of the day)
Communion Hymn (Ps. 111:6,7).
The just man will be remembered forever; evil news he will not fear. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!