The Church Fathers · c. 715–730
On the Divine Liturgy
Germanus of Constantinople · c. 634–c. 740
What it is
A commentary reading each part of the eucharistic service as a moment in the life of Christ, with the church building itself as heaven on earth.
Why it lasted
The most widely used Byzantine liturgical commentary, and the interpretation ordinary Orthodox Christians still receive.
Where to read it
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