St. Kassiani the Hymnographer

This Byzantine outspoken woman, Saint Kassiani (Cassia), is the one of the better known Hymnographers of the Church. Her most recognized hymn is that of the Sinful Woman--Hymn of Kassiani--chanted during Great and Holy Wednesday (late Tuesday of Holy Week), which speaks of the repentance of the sinful woman who anointed the Lord.

Life of St. Kassiani

Hymn of St. Kassiani History

Resource Page for St. Kassiani

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Hymn of St. Kassiani (English, Byzantine chant)


Hymn of St. Kassiani (English, in the newer Bulgarian style)



Hymn of St. Kassiani (Greek, Byzantine)