(Greek: Ἁγνὴ Παρθένε), meaning "O Virgin Pure," is a widely beloved Greek Orthodox Marian hymn composed by Saint Nektarios of Aegina in the late 19th century. It is technically a paraliturgical hymn, meaning it is not part of the formal Divine Liturgy but is often sung by choirs as a recessional or during the veneration of the Cross. 🕊️ Origins and History
The hymn is composed of 24 stanzas, each ending with the refrain ( Chaire Nymphi Anympheute ). Its lyrics use rich, radiant imagery to exalt the Virgin Mary: Агни Парфене - Википедия (Greek: Ἁγνὴ Παρθένε)
: St. Nektarios of Aegina (1846–1920) wrote the text during his time as director of the Rizarios Theological School in Athens. meaning "O Virgin Pure