With the blessings and instructions of His Holiness the Patriarch Sahak II, a memorial book was published by the Patriarchate on the occasion of the 2nd anniversary of the passing of His Holiness the Late Patriarch Mesrob II.
The book begins with a large photo of His Holiness the Late Patriarch Mesrob II, his biography and funeral notice. The book, prepared for publication by Priest Hovagim Seropyan, also includes an introductory article written by Priest Hovagim under the title “A modest bouquet in memory of His Holiness the Late Patriarch Mesrob II.”
The 384-page, 21×21 cm book includes letters written during the period starting with the passing of the late Patriarch and continuing until the 40th day of his passing, records in the memorial book, long or short articles in Armenian or other languages published on the internet or in the press.
The introduction to the book states: “We thought that the best way to commemorate someone like Patriarch Mesrob, who attached importance to writing and books, would be to publish a book and add another book to the 500-year history of Armenian printed publishing. In this context, on the occasion of the second anniversary of the passing of Patriarch Mesrob, with the blessings and instructions of His Holiness the Cadastral Patriarch Sahak II, the Armenian Patriarchate of Turkey prepared this book in order to glorify the precious memory of one of its famous patriarchs.”
In order to remember the late Patriarch, who is remembered fondly by the Armenian Church and especially the Armenian Community of Istanbul, a rich album reflecting various parts of his life is included at the end of the articles.
At the end of the book, the sermon given by Patriarch Sahak II during his episcopate at the Holy Liturgy, presented on the occasion of the fortieth day of the death of Patriarch Mesrob, is included as a closing speech.
The cover design of the book was made by Aris Karafil, and the cover features a painting by painter-sculptor Erol Sarafyan.
The aim of this book is to remember Patriarch Mesrob once again and keep his memory alive.
Considering the restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic, it will not be possible to organize a launch day for the book at the moment. However, when health conditions are suitable for such a meeting, a launch day will be organized and it will be introduced to the book-loving members of our community. After the launch day to be announced in the coming days, those who wish can obtain the book from the Patriarchate.
“May the memory of the righteous be blessed.
May God have mercy on those who leave a memory for our Holy Patriarchal Seat”