In the liturgical calendar of the (also known as the Indian Orthodox Church), no period holds as much spiritual weight as the Valiya Nombu (Great Lent). Preceding the celebration of Qyamtha (Resurrection/Pascha/Easter), this 50-day fast is a profound journey of repentance, prayer, and self-denial. Central to this observance is the Namaskaram —a specific set of prayers and prostrations.
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