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St. John Chrysostom on Paschal Victory - Orthodox (John 16:33)

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"Christ is risen—this is the victory! Death is trampled; hades is conquered; the world is overcome. 'Let no one fear death, for the death of our Savior has set us free.' Trouble in this world is temporary; Paschal joy is eternal. Christ has overcome; we share His triumph." — St. John Chrysostom. Orthodox: Paschal victory.

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John 16:33

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