Reflections in Christ

Writings of the Saints

Sermon on the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul, Leaders of the Apostles

by St. Gregory Palamas

Homily Twenty-Eight

1. The commemoration of each of the saints on the appointed feast day is an occasion for town and country, citizens and their rulers to share in rejoicing, and brings great benefit to all who celebrate. “The memory of the just is praised”, says the wise Solomon (Prov. 10:7 Lxx), “When the righteous…