This is a sermon by Saint John Damascene from around 750 AD, celebrating the Dormition (death and assumption into heaven) of Mary, the mother of Jesus. The sermon beautifully describes Mary's death, her assumption into heaven, and explains why she deserves to be honored as the mother of God.

1. Mary's unique role as the mother of God and virgin
2. The gathering of apostles and saints at Mary's deathbed
3. Description of Mary's peaceful death and farewell
4. The procession and burial of Mary's body in Gethsemane
5. The miracle of the skeptical Jew whose hands were paralyzed
6. Mary's assumption into heaven after three days
7. The significance of Mary's tomb as a place of healing
8. The importance of virtuous living to receive Mary's grace
9. The parallel between Christ's resurrection and Mary's assumption

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