Kidase (, means "thanksgiving to the Lord") is an

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daily worship service originated by the sixth century Aksumite composer

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hymnary works. The word "''Kidase''" means thanksgiving to the Lord by mankind and angels alike, which has a purpose of converting the wine and bread into the Holy Sacrament (the blood and body of

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), as this day is eve of Jesus crucifixion. Ethio-orthodox-priests

Course

This church service is ruled by the book of Kidase, which is divided into three sections by role of clergymen: 1. The prayer of the Priest 2. The prayer of the Deacon 3. The prayer of the People

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chant and pray by reading the book, the congregants in a church follow their word like participants in praising the Lord, and

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reads, chants, and instructs the people. All people regardless of sex and age obliged to participate to this service.

References

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