Akathist to Archangel Michael

How to read the akathist?

After submitting the names, download and read the text of the Akathist to Archangel Michael in Russian, English, Spanish, Italian, Ukrainian, or listen to it online weekly according to the schedule at your chosen hour of prayer. To begin the prayer with the Akathist, you can say, "Bless me, Lord!" In the final prayer of the Akathist, mention the submitted names in any place that fits the meaning ("help us…," "do not leave us…," etc.). After completing the prayer, you can thank God and ask for help in your own words.

Who is Archangel Michael and why should I order an Akathist to him?

Here you will learn who Archangel Michael is and why you should order Akathists to him. Archangel Michael is the highest angel, appointed by the Lord to lead the nine ranks of the heavenly hosts. The name "Michael" means "who is like God" in Hebrew. It was Archangel Michael who cast down from Heaven the proud Lucifer and other fallen angels who rebelled against God. In the history of Christianity, Archistrategos has repeatedly helped God's people and the Church to defend themselves and defeat their enemies. The text of the Akathist contains numerous descriptions of these victories. In icons, Archangel Michael is often depicted trampling the devil underfoot and holding a fiery sword (or spear) and a green palm branch, symbols of victory over evil.

What is asked of Archangel Michael in prayers and akathists?

In Orthodox teachings, Archangel Michael, as the leader of all the heavenly hosts, is known as the chief warrior against Satan and all lawlessness on earth. People often turn to him seeking protection from sorcery (witchcraft, curses, evil eye, demons) and for the preservation of the Church from destruction and turmoil. The Old Testament recounts how an entire nation was preserved by the Lord's power, acting through Archistrategos Michael. The Akathist to Archangel Michael is a powerful prayer for protection against enemies, evil, and unclean forces; it is particularly effective against panic attacks, depression, and fear. In this prayer, one finds peace, the departure of negativity, despair, and anxiety, as the heavenly warrior himself intercedes for the one who prays. It is also a prayer for guidance on the true path, discovering one's purpose and calling, revealing talents, and strengthening faith.

How to order the Akathist to Archangel Michael online on the «Prayer by Agreement» website?

The prayer to Archangel Michael is performed weekly on Mondays at 02:00, 08:00, 14:00, and 20:00 Moscow time. You can submit names for remembrance in the Akathist on the «Prayer by Agreement» website. By joining in prayer to Archangel Michael at the same day and hour with all believers, you will be in a communal unity, as the Lord Himself commanded in the Gospel (Matthew 18:19-20). Thus, the word of the one who prays will become His word. And for the Lord, nothing is impossible.