Great and Holy Monday

Today Christ's Holy Passion dawns upon the world as a saving light,
For He comes of His goodness to suffer:
He who holds all things in his hand
Consents to be hung upon the wood
In order to save mankind.

Invisible Judge,
How have you been seen in the flesh?
How have you been slain by lawless men,
Condemning our condemnation by your sufferings?
Therefore with one voice, O Word,
We ascribe glory, dominion and praise to your power!

Kathisma, Tone 1