The first reference to it is in the title of two homilies by St. Maximus, while the concept was definitely mentioned in homilies by St. Caesarius.
The first reference to it is in the title of two homilies by St. Maximus, while the concept was definitely mentioned in homilies by St. Caesarius. St. Theodore the Studite does not mention it, indicating it appeared fairly late in the Greek Orthodox Church. The eighth homily of Pope Leo I is still used widely, and a collection of homilies by Pope Gregory I begins during this church season. Although Pope Innocent III recommended black for the color of the priest's robes, violet is the primary color in use. Beginning with the Sunday nearest the Feast of St. Andrew and starting the liturgical year, this is, FTP, what season that immediately precedes Christmas?
The first reference to it is in the title of two homilies by St. Maximus, while the concept was definitely mentioned in homilies by St. Caesarius.
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