Wudase Mariam (Praises of Mary) is one of the most beloved prayer books in the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (EOTC). Composed primarily in Ge'ez, the ancient liturgical language of Ethiopia, it consists of hymns and praises dedicated to the Virgin Mary for each day of the week. What is Wudase Mariam?
Liturgical Beauty: The Ge'ez language is poetic and rhythmic, designed for chanting (Zema). Wudase Mariam Geez Pdf 87
For those who specifically need a PDF file for printing or e-readers: Wudase Mariam (Praises of Mary) is one of
In Ethiopian tradition, reading even a single page (such as page 87) with reverence is considered a blessing. Many believers keep a personal copy (in Ge’ez or with Amharic translation) and read one anthem daily. Liturgical Beauty: The Ge'ez language is poetic and
The Wudase Mariam (Praise of Mary) is one of the most beloved and essential liturgical texts of the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church (EOTC). Written in the ancient classical language of Ge'ez, it is a collection of hymns and prayers dedicated to the Virgin Mary, organized by the seven days of the week. Historical and Spiritual Significance
Traditional Authorship: While tradition often attributes the work to St. Ephrem the Syrian (4th century), modern scholarship suggests it was likely translated from Arabic or Coptic into Ge'ez during the 14th century. Structural Layout of the Daily Prayers