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Resurrection
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Resurrection

A video for Easter, or 'Pascha', the greatest day of the Christian year, and the most important day of history. The visuals are inspired by John 20:3-4. Our deepest thanks to our collaborators around the world who provided us with readings of the Orthodox Easter Troparion in Russian, Hungarian, Japanese, French, German, Swahili, Arabic, Norwegian, Serbian, Greek, Lugandan, Swedish, Spanish and Romanian. Voices provided by Daria, Fr Gergely, Masatoshi John, Alexandra, Denisa, James, Fr Quartos, Marian, Fr Kyrill, Banayiodis, Jonas, Maria and Marie. Also thanks to Luiza and Nicole. And special thanks to Mike for the epic lighting in the final shot. The text is believed to have been written by St Romanos the Melodist in the 6th century. Christ is Risen!
Lazarus
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Lazarus

In honour of St Lazarus, whose story is told in the Bible (John 11:1-45). Filmed at Kerepesi Cemetery in Budapest, Hungary Full Poem: Where is the darkness of which I heard? Where’s the sting of death we fear?The curtains rolled back at His word Till I found myself standing here The sunlight warm and rich and real, My own eyes shining in its light. The air I breathe, the wind I feel, The rush of every sound and sight. At the words of the Messiah I rose up, the world to meet And a warning shot was fired, Death must ready for defeat. Death could not hold a mortal man And it shall not hold the King. I heard His call, to Him I ran, O death where is thy sting. O death, your threat is null and void. You will become a doorway to the skies.He warned you, you would be destroyed, When He said, “Lazarus, arise.” Read the full story at: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+11%3A1-45&version=NKJV Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson
Dragonfire
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Dragonfire

For valour in the face of danger. Inspired by St. George - Saint George lived in the Middle East at the end of the third century. He was an officer in the Roman army and was martyred for his faith around the year 303. Today he is remembered as the patron saint of England and Georgia (both countries bear the Cross of St George on their flags), cities such as Beirut and Moscow, as well as of soldiers and farmers. --- There are tales I hear of days most dire of heroes, of battles, of dragon fire. But heroism is a narrow road, a path of pain not oft bestowed for there one holds to truth in the face of lies and stands to stare death in the eyes. It is a path soaked through with sweat and tears, that weaves through dungeons to the points of spears. Where worldly honour is dragged through mud and the price of valour is payed in blood. Yet the resolve resounds through the tormentor’s worst and the tormentor tires of torment first For the hero rises time and again the war to win and truth defend. In perils and poison to choose to fight, and in the coals and flames to find the light, by such are the flames of honour fanned, And on such shoulders do the kingdom’s stand. The furnace of valour grows not cold, And so long as it burns, so shall the tales be told. --- Created by a total of two people in a garage during the Covid lockdown Made with support from our friends at Transfigure Media: http://transfiguremedia.com Follow The Brothers Robinson on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson Official Selection: Spiritus Short Film Award 2020
Liga - Romanian Christmas Carol Documentary
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Liga - Romanian Christmas Carol Documentary

The story of a Romanian youth group keeping ancient Christmas traditions alive. Through the power of song and through their faith, they bring joy to thousands across Transylvania with beautiful carols and stunning national costumes. Filmed over the month of December 2019, this documentary is a rare look into the Orthodox Christian culture of Romania, and features carols that have never been shown to an English speaking audience. To find out more about the Romanian Christmas carollers visit the Facebook page for Liga Studentilor din Cluj: https://www.facebook.com/LigaCluj To watch the complete Christmas concert for more Romanian Christmas songs from 2019: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RjZLxRvAaIk For more information, photos and details follow the filmmakers, The Brothers Robinson on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson
Burnished
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Burnished

A poem inspired by the unusual and powerful fifth century story of Saint Mary of Egypt. She is remembered in the Orthodox Church annually on the first of April, and on the Fifth Sunday of Great Lent. Her story of abandoning a life of sin for one of asceticism has inspired the Church for centuries. To read one version of her story: https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2022/04/01/100963-venerable-mary-of-egypt Another: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Mary_of_Egypt Or to watch a short video about her life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BBXvDuNElB8 The icon featured is by the hand of Brian Matthew Whirledge, and is used with permission. To see Brian's work: https://www.brianwhirledge.com FULL POEM: Banished from the world of man, Skin burnished by the desert sands A new life wrenched from a sinner’s grave And from the hollow pleasures of the self-enslaved Where once a shadow danced in a shallow soul A light shines from an eternal coal May eons pass as the light within Just brightens through those cracks of skin And the refined purity of those desert skies Only build the beauty reflected in Zosimas’ eyes May those tattered rags of royalty A sign of wealth forever be As each new age walks a flowing river To meet the immortally forgiven.
The Canonisation of Stanislav
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The Canonisation of Stanislav

A special event in honour of a rare hero, this is the canonisation of Saint Stanislav Nasadil, a 20th century martyr. This truly unique event was filmed at the Cathedral of the Dormition & St. John the Merciful, in Košice, Slovakia, 2019. Our special thanks to the kindness of our friend Jozka for the hospitality! Errata: We incorrectly said that Stanislav was from Slovakia. This was of course before Slovakia was a country, but his hometown was actually in the modern day Czech Republic. ALSO (we're imperfect) the date of the Divine Liturgy is of course supposed to read as the 9th, not the 8th, which was Vespers the night before To read more about Stanislav: https://orthochristian.com/121838.html https://www.ob-eparchie.cz/2019/07/11/svaty-novomucednik-jerej-stanislav-nasadil-licko-jesenicky/ The official website of the Czech & Slovakian church: (in Czech) https://www.pp-eparchie.cz (in Slovakian) https://orthodox.sk To follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson
Magi (Christmas Sci-Fi Film)
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Magi (Christmas Sci-Fi Film)

Three travellers journey across the galaxy, following a star to a tiny planet, for a small, hidden and yet cosmic event. Released on 7th January 2022 for Christmas Day as celebrated on the old calendar by Christians in Russia, Egypt, Serbia, and in other countries. Starring the voices of Brandon Talley, Ban Vanezi, and Andrew Robinson Follow us on FB: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson The Nativity Troparion (an ancient Christian hymn for Christmas): Your Nativity, O Christ our God, has shone to the world the Light of knowledge! For by it, they who worshipped the stars, were taught by a Star to worship You, the Sun of Righteousness, and to know You, the Dayspring from on High. O Lord, glory to You!
Be Still and Know
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Be Still and Know

A short video in honour of St Patrick of Ireland. It features one of his famous quotes, which itself quotes and delves deeper into Psalm 46 verse 10. Featuring our friend Daria Illina and filmed at the ruins of the 13th century Dominican Monastery on Margit Island, Budapest. Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson/ Read the entirety of Psalm 46 here: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=Psalm+46&version=NKJV With thanks to Carli Lewis for her graphic design help!
A short glimpse into Oasa Monastery
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A short glimpse into Oasa Monastery

Filmed during our visit to the Romanian Orthodox monastery of Oasa in central Transylvania, July 2018. We were there for a youth camp and for the monastery’s annual celebration on the feast of St. Panteleimon. One of the most remote monasteries in Romania, it still attracts pilgrims and visitors of all ages all year round. It’s a place of peace, prayer and ministry, and surrounded by some of the most beautiful natural scenery on the planet. Follow the monastery online here: https://www.facebook.com/SfantaManastireOasa And follow us here: https://www.facebook.com/thebrosrobinson Filmed during the Tabăra Internațională at Mănăstirea Oașa, Iulie 2018 with the blessing of Father Silvan, abbot of Oasa.
Theodora's Codex (Byzantine Manuscript)
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Theodora's Codex (Byzantine Manuscript)

Known as "Miniscule 565", this Byzantine copy of the Gospels is believed to have been handwritten by a saint famous for her defence of iconography. LINKS: With thanks to the National Library of Russia for helping us find the high quality scans of Miniscule 565 (in the Gregory-Aland numbering. Also known as Greek 53 NLR, or ε 93 Von Soden numbering): https://nlr.ru/manuscripts/RA1527/elektronnyiy-katalog?ab=253723C1-08C5-405A-BC1F-A41182099111 A short article about Miniscule 565: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2011/02/empress-theodoras-codex-minuscule-565.html The Wikipedia entry: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Minuscule_565 Another: https://www.wikiwand.com/en/articles/Minuscule_565 The letter of Saint Jerome in which he talks abour purple parchment Gospels: https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/3001022.htm An article on purple parchments: https://catalog.obitel-minsk.com/blog/2019/11/purple-parchment-manuscripts-unique-examples-of-book-art Our video on Saint Kassia the Hymnographer, a contemporary of Saint Theodora the Empress, & fellow iconodule: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeMFKdFKUyY Our video on the Lindisfarne Gospels illuminated manuscript: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dhMFaWPhkA8 Our video on the Book of Kells: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F7zSvXd3D3s Our intro to icons: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCixfrMY5ME Amongst the supporters helping us keep making videos are our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries. Find out what they're up to here: https://www.theoym.org/ Please consider supporting us with a monthly gift here, and help us reach a point of sustainable production with Patristix: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
Stephan of Perm (Missionary to the Komi)
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Stephan of Perm (Missionary to the Komi)

A missionary that created an alphabet to preach the Gospel, & who dedicated his life to know a people. He's also the patron saint of Stephan (the host of Patristix) and one of the main inspirations behind the creation of Patristix itself. LINKS: An article on St Stephan, Bishop of Perm: https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2019/04/26/101208-saint-stephen-bishop-of-perm A short animated video about Saint Stephen of Perm, referencing him as a bit like Saint Patrick was for the Irish: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qQKxDsl2UE About the Zyrian Trinity Icon (attributed to Saint Stephan): https://mapping.apjan.co/item/the-zyrianskaia-trinity-icon An article about the Old Permic "Abur" alphabet: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_Permic_script An article (in Russian but it has pictures!) about St Stephan: https://foma.ru/svyatitel-stefan-permskij.html An article (in Russian) about the possible discovery of Saint Stephan's lost relics in February 2025: https://foma.ru/moshhi-svyatitelya-stefana-permskogo-predpolozhitelno-nashli-v-moskovskom-kremle.html Some photos from Saint Stephan's Cathedral: http://stefan-sobor.ru/vnutrennee-ubranstvo-hrama/ An article about Komi knitting (a very celebrated part of the culture): https://fiberlure.com/2019/12/07/komi-knitting-i-an-accidental-discovery/ A book about traditional Komi knitting patterns: https://archive.org/details/mostlymittenstra0000schu This channel continues to exist thanks to regular support including from our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org/ Please consider helping us reach a sustainable place in producing these materials by donating here: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
Ancient Sermon: "Spark" of Dorotheos
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Ancient Sermon: "Spark" of Dorotheos

An excerpt from a sermon delivered about one and half THOUSAND years ago! The second time some teaching from Saint Dorotheos has appeared here. Truth never gets old, and the ancient Christians continue to teach those alive today. LINKS: Our video about the "Wheel" sermon by Saint Dorotheos of Gaza: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sGZyu8iJqlA The life of Saint Dorotheos by @Trisagionfilms : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47rtv91Oexs Read the full sermon: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2020/08/homily-on-conscience-st-dorotheos-of.html Amongst the supporters keeping this channel alive are Orthodox Youth Ministries. Find out more about their important work: https://www.theoym.org/ Please consider supporting us: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
Christ's Descent into Hades (The Harrowing of Hell)
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Christ's Descent into Hades (The Harrowing of Hell)

Where was Jesus during His three days in the tomb? Well, Christian theology teaches that His spirit descended into Hades and wiped it out. LINKS: The opening track is a stunning rendition of a Georgian melody for the Paschal Troparion. Hear it in full here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BYwnhXCZ_lY Read the Paschal Homily by Saint John Chrysostom: https://www.oca.org/fs/sermons/the-paschal-sermon Watch our video about the Resurrection icon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOkL11HUqrg An article by Fr Stephen DeYoung about the harrowing of hell and Psalm 24: https://blogs.ancientfaith.com/wholecounsel/2019/04/25/lift-up-your-heads-o-ye-gates-psalm-24-and-the-harrowing-of-hades/ The amazing homily by Saint Epiphanius of Cyprus about the Lord's descent into Hades: https://www.holycrossoca.org/newslet/1204.html#:~:text=Something%20strange%20is%20happening%20%2D%20there,ever%20since%20the%20world%20began A collection of articles about the Harrowing of Hades by Kyle at @barrelagedfaith : https://www.barrelagedfaith.com/p/harrowing-of-hades-in-lewis-and-tolkien A video about the descent, and about the Holy Fire in Jerusalem, from @TheTransfiguredLife : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5DhBQ1kpuY An article concerning Scripture and Early Church teaching about Holy Saturday: https://orthodoxbridge.com/2018/04/06/evidence-christs-descent-hell/ A dramatised audiobook about the Harrowing of Hades by @CreativeOrthodox : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsxWavgcPCo Another article about the harrowing of hell and Holy Saturday: https://orthochristian.com/78632.html Yet another article about Christ's Descent into Hades and why it matters: https://theoriatv.substack.com/p/christs-descent-into-hades-after Another article about the dogma of the Christ's descent into Hades: https://myocn.net/the-dogma-of-christs-descent-into-hades/ Amongst our supporters keeping this channel alive are our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries. Learn more about them here: https://www.theoym.org Please consider joining our little cohort of supporters and help us make MORE of these videos by donating here: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
Lazarus of Bethany (of the 4 days dead)
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Lazarus of Bethany (of the 4 days dead)

What happened to Lazarus, Jesus' friend, after he was raised to life? LINKS: Read the story: https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John%2011&version=NKJV The icon of Saint Lazarus of Kition is by our friend Julia Hayes: https://www.ikonographics.net/ A short film from the creators of Patristix inspired by Lazarus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=l-pas7s914M The life of Saint Lazarus, friend of Jesus, by @Trisagionfilms : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVnrKezhqVs Saint Nikolai Velimirovich's full writing on Christ's resurrecting of the soul: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2019/04/christ-as-resurrector-and-life-giver.html An article about Greek Lazarus traditions: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2011/04/greek-traditions-for-saturday-of.html Saint Gregory of Nyssa's homily on Lazarus Saturday: https://www.mystagogyresourcecenter.com/2024/04/on-resurrection-of-lazarus-st-gregory.html Saint John Chrysostom's homily on Lazarus Saturday: https://orthochristian.com/69858.html Saint Athanasius' homily for Lazarus Saturday: https://smsanj.org/resources/let-us-go-to-die-with-him/ Our Great Lent episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J00UJyit-d4 A short video about the Lazarakia buns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WaTWS9ia_GM The Saint Lazarus church in Larnaca: https://larnakaregion.com/directory/product/agios-lazaros-saint-lazarus Amongst our friends helping us continue this show are those at Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org/ Consider joining in the creation of this ongoing show by a monthly donation here: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
The Great Canon (Canon of Repentance)
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The Great Canon (Canon of Repentance)

A major lenten prayer in the Orthodox Church, this canon was written over a thousand years ago by Saint Andrew of Crete. LINKS: Hear some of the Great Canon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOWaS7Hhsy4 Our episode about the incredible Saint Mary of Egypt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXRKBrxsAHg A short article about the canon of repentance: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Great_Canon Read the Saint Andrew's canon here: https://www.orthodoxchristian.info/pages/canon.htm A short overview of the canon: https://www.orthodox.net/greatlent/great-canon-of-andrew-of-crete-explanation.html A video with some thoughts about the intensity of the canon: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LG3he38mYZo The life of Saint Andrew of Crete (also called Saint Andrew of Jerusalem): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGLTsuJuHIQ Amongst the friends and supporters that have helped this channel to continue are those at Orthodox Youth Ministries. Check them out: https://www.theoym.org Please consider a monthly donation to help us continue this series: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
Our Lady of the Sign/the Platytera icon
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Our Lady of the Sign/the Platytera icon

Why is one of the biggest and most central icons in many Orthodox churches this one? The answer lies in the ancient past! LINKS: The opening music is by our friend @RebeccaRovny:https://www.youtube.com/shorts/JUqx2qRtzvk One of the modern icons used is by our friend Julia Hayes who actually teaches iconography online: https://www.ikonographics.net/ An article about this form of icon: https://iconreader.wordpress.com/2010/12/10/the-theotokos-of-the-sign-icon/ Our first video about Mary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rS7JBF_M93I Our Lady of the Way icon: https://youtu.be/1byga3yx-YU?si=17EC7qHt4hUNXkXr An article about Mary as the ark of the covenant: https://saintandrewgoc.org/blog/2012/8/3/the-ever-virgin-mary-as-the-true-ark-of-the-covenant.html An article about the Kursk Root Icon, a famous example of this iconographic form: https://orthodoxwiki.org/Kursk_Root_icon Our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries are amongst the friends that help keep this channel going. See their work here: https://www.theoym.org/ Your help is also highly important to this channel staying on the internet. Consider a monthly donation here: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
40 Holy Martyrs of Sebaste
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40 Holy Martyrs of Sebaste

The 40 martyrs of Sebaste were Roman soldiers of the 12th legion. In the face of a true battle, they stood together as legionaries of their faith. LINKS: The 40 Holy Martyrs are the patron saints for Orthodox Youth Ministries: https://www.theoym.org/oym-patron-saints#:~:text=The%20Forty%20Martyrs%20were%20Christians,bath%20house%20on%20the%20shore. The story of the 40 Martyrs of Sebaste: https://www.oca.org/saints/lives/2020/03/09/100706-40-holy-martyrs-of-sebaste Saint Basil the Great's homily on the forty martyrs: https://www.johnsanidopoulos.com/2020/03/homily-on-forty-martyrs-of-sebaste-st.html Our episode about Saint Basil: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8t4mQjaQVN4 Our episode about his sister Saint Macrina: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAN-xACbdxc Our episode about the period of Great Lent: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J00UJyit-d4 Learn even more about Orthodoxy from Fr Andrew Jarmus here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC45QHfwKwJ7HDrkQRh_JSnA A traditional recipe for the celebration with the 40 martyrs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r3PxRN49ThI A stuning Byzantine carving of the 40 Holy Martyrs: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forty_Martyrs_of_Sebaste#/media/File:Relieftafel_40_M%C3%A4rtyrer_von_Sebaste_Bodemuseum.jpg About the 12th Legion (Thunderbolt Legion): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legio_XII_Fulminata The Syriac lectionary containing the stunning illuminated two page spread of the 40 martyrs: https://artofthemiddleages.com/s/main/item/3479 Amongst our supporters are our friends at Orthodox Youth Ministries. As said above, their patron saints are the 40 Holy Martyrs of Sebaste, and they take inspiration from their courage to stay in the lake. They aim to help young Orthodox Christians grow in the same bravery: https://www.theoym.org Please consider supporting these videos too: https://ko-fi.com/patristix You can also help us by getting Patristix graphic designs on ALL SORTS of merch at our Redbubble shop: https://www.redbubble.com/people/patristix/shop?asc=u Also follow us on social media for cool graphics, pictures and info: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Patristix Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/patristixgram/
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