Fish and Bread
Dona nobis pacem
Vespers are an Orthodox tradition for which there doesn't seem to be an exact western equivalent (Other than what's in the breviary, which I am assuming is not actually the same thing). Since my background is western, I was wondering if someone might be willing to explain to me what vespers are, exactly. What is their theological purpose? Are there a similar number of attendees at vespers as at the divine liturgy or are they more in the category of a Catholic daily mass or Protestant Wednesday night bible study (i.e. optional things not attended by the majority of parishioners)? Practically, what would I see if I were to visit an Orthodox parish one Saturday evening? Is there a liturgy of sorts? Incense? Kissing of icons? How long does it last? Do people stand or sit?
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