Fifteen years late—but perhaps the next generation (pun intended) will still appreciate the answer!“As this is the command of Your only-begotten Son, that we share in the commemoration of Your saints …”I was once taught that these words echo Jesus’ …
Thanks Abouna ..
I think I agree with your last statement that the fast commemorates both Jonah and Nineveh, because when I read the gospel responses for Monday it seemed like it combined both their fasts:
Monday Matins:
But deal with us O my Lord…