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THE RANK OF THE DEACONATE - Coptic Orthodox Diocese of the …
The Holy Order of the Deaconate is the third and lowest rank in the hierarchy of orders in the Orthodox Church, being subordinate to the episcopate and presbyterate. The deaconate is a hierarchical order of 5 ranks: Archdeacon, Deacon, Sub-deacon, Reader, Psalter.
Deacons’ Guidelines | Coptic Orthodox Diocese of Los Angeles
Deacons serving inside the altar should come before the Morning Raising of Incense, not after. If you arrive and find the priest already at church, you are lat…
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What does the Archdeacon wear?
This is in keeping with the degree of commitment the Deacon has to his church. The Archdeacon is the highest rank in the order of deacons. As the title implies, he is first among the deacons and he is therefore considered the head of the deaconate. His attire is the same as that of the Deacon, including the head covering.
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The Archdeacon is the highest rank in the order of deacons. As the title implies, he is first among the deacons and he is therefore considered the head of the deaconate. His attire is the same as that of the Deacon, including the head covering. The Archdeacon’s role is very similar to that of the Deacon but he is charged with several additional tas...
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Epsaltos – The Hymnist
Anaghnostos – The Reader
Epideacon – The Subdeacon
The Deacon
The Epsaltos (Psalter) is the very first rank of the deaconate. The word epsaltos is derived from the Coptic word for psalm, which is translated as a sacred song or hymn. The Psalter wears only the white tunic (tonya), representing light and purity, a characteristic that is essential for serving God. The Psalter’s responsibilities are fairly self-e...
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The word anaghnostos has its origins in the Greek word for one who reads. This is the second rank of the deaconate. The Reader wears the white tunic with the red patrasheel (stole) over both shoulders, forming a cross shape over his back and a belt around the front. This is symbolic of both the cross that the deacon must now carry with Christ and a...
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The Subdeacon, as his name implies, is the assistant to the deacon. His role is therefore mostly one of helping the deacon in practical and administrative matters pertaining to the church. This rank is given to a Reader, having demonstrated a good understanding of the Bible and conveying God’s teachings in his daily life. Although the Subdeacon wea...
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The rank above that of Subdeacon is simply known as Deacon but often referred to as the “full” Deacon. The word “deacon” comes from a Greek word meaning “servant”. The simplicity of the title given to this rank, however, does not reflect the degree of seriousness and responsibility attached to it. The Deacon wears the white tunic with the red stole...
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