Irmos: The pious youths in the cave The Nativity of the Theotokos saved is, then what was formed, now in action, the whole universe raises to sing to You: Sing to the Lord, do ye, and exalt Him in all the time.
Most Holy Theotokos, save us.
Sing, monks of Athos, bless the monastery of Zograf, the Good Lady, the All-Merciful Intercessor, who covers the Orthodox people with Her protection, but covers all the plans of the heretics destructive.
Most Holy Theotokos, save us.
Although sometimes the priest would captivate the entire Mount Athos with the sword, and convert all the monks to his destructive heresy, but through Your intercession, O Lady, the Lord will erase their pride, Moreover, we extol You forever.
Glory: Almighty Lord, who dwells in Your womb, a pillar of confirmation to the faithful, showing You, to whom we resort, we are freed from adversity, the temptations of heresies, and we are delivered from all troubles, Moreover, we sing in agreement and extol You, O Pure One, forever.
And now: Passion-bearers of the Zograf monastery, you have strengthened yourself, Lady, by suffering for piety; with them, pray to Christ God for the salvation of our souls, may we bless and extol You in all respects eyelids.