The Prologue from Ochrid
by St. Nikolai Velimirović
The first faithful, uncensored, and free English translation
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The Prologue from Ochrid (also known as the Prologue of Ochrid or Prologue from Ohrid) is a treasury of Orthodox wisdom compiled by St. Nikolai Velimirović (1880-1956), Bishop of Ohrid and Žiča. For every day of the year, it offers:
Lives of the Saints
Daily commemorations and inspiring stories of Orthodox saints
Hymns of Praise
Beautiful poetic prayers honoring the saints of the day
Reflections
Spiritual insights and meditations for daily life
Homilies
Profound teachings on Scripture and Orthodox faith
Why This Translation?
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Translated directly from the original Serbian text by St. Nikolai, preserving every word he wrote. No censorship, no alterations.
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Daily Updates
Includes both Julian (Old Calendar) and Gregorian (New Calendar) dates, plus daily Scripture readings and fasting information.
Begin Reading Today"The saints are cleansed mirrors in which the beauty and might of the majestic person of Christ is seen. They are the fruit on the Tree of Life; the Tree is Christ and the fruit are the saints."