Today we solemnly remember those who lost their lives, suddenly,
unexpectedly here in the United States through terrorism attacks on September
11, 2001.
What recourse do Orthodox people have in remembrance of all
these individuals? We have a beautiful
akathist, The Akathist for the Reposed,
which covers all manner of departures from this life and may be prayed for both
Orthodox and non-Orthodox people. It is
a consoling canon of prayers. Here is a
link to the akathist: http://www.orthodox.net/akathists/akathist-for-those-who-have-fallen-asleep.pdf
Here is a way to bring comfort to the souls that only God really
knows. May His will be accomplished in
ways unknown to us, that lie beyond our comprehension. While we yet have time, let us pray.
Photographs of those killed during the terrorist
attacks* on Sept. 11, 2001.
Photo credit: Jeeny via United States Department of
Justice
*missing are photos of 92 additional victims (apart
from the terrorists which do not appear above)
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