For nearly seventeen centuries, Christians have gathered for the Divine Liturgy of Saint John Chrysostom, a sacred unfolding of incense, chant, and prayer in which heaven and earth draw near. The heart of Orthodox worship and the most celebrated liturgy of the Christian East, it is here made freshly accessible in clear, present-day English. Step by step, readers follow the ancient order: the quiet preparation of the gifts, the singing of psalms, the reading of the Gospel, the angelic Cherubic Hymn, the great Eucharistic prayer, and the shared reception of Holy Communion. A warm introduction, chapter notes, and a glossary invite newcomers to enter freely, while lifelong worshippers will find familiar words shining with new light. Faithful to the original's meaning and spirit, this edition opens the door to one of the world's great spiritual treasures. Part of The World Scriptures Library.