Today in Orthodoxy

    Grow your Orthodox faith, one day at a time

    Daily scripture readings, the saint of the day, fasting guidance, and an interactive quiz — all rooted in the Orthodox liturgical calendar.

    September 3, 2026Fast Free

    Anthimus, Bishop of Nicomedea

    Saint of the day

    Anthimus, Bishop of Nicomedea

    and 5 more commemorated today

    Epistle

    Galatians 1:1-3, 20-24; 2:1-5

    Gospel

    Mark 5:1-20

    Today's quiz

    In Mark 5:1-20, Jesus healed the Gerasene demoniac, a man who lived among the tombs. Into what did Jesus permit the unclean spirits to enter?

    A. A nearby lake
    B. The disciples who were watching
    C. A herd of swine feeding on the hillside
    D. An empty tomb on the hillside

    Daily readings • 5 quiz questions per day • Fasting guidance • Saints of the day • Audio readings

    Your daily rhythm: read, quiz, grow

    01

    Read

    Open today's chapel for the readings, saints, and fasting guidance.

    02

    Quiz

    Answer 5 timed questions from the day's content to reinforce what you read.

    03

    Grow

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    Common questions

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    What are today's Greek Orthodox readings?

    Each day OrthodoxIQ publishes the Epistle, Gospel, and appointed Old Testament readings from the Greek Orthodox liturgical calendar, with full text and audio narration. Visit the Daily Chapel for today's readings.

    Who is the saint of the day?

    The saint or feast commemorated today is drawn from the Greek Orthodox calendar. OrthodoxIQ shows their life, icon, and the readings appointed in their honor. Browse the full searchable saints directory for any day.

    What is the Orthodox fasting rule today?

    The fasting category (fast free, wine and oil, fish allowed, or strict fast) is shown each day on the home page and in the fasting calendar, which lists the rules for the entire year.

    How can I learn the Orthodox faith daily?

    Take the daily 5-question quiz drawn from today's readings and saints, read the chapel, and explore guides on catechism, the Divine Liturgy, Orthodox prayers, and the Orthodox Bible. A free account tracks your streak and scores.

    What is the Orthodox Church?

    The Orthodox Church is the historic Christian Church of the Seven Ecumenical Councils, organized as a family of self-governing churches sharing the same faith, sacraments, and worship. Learn what Orthodox Christians believe, how the Church is organized, and what the Nicene Creed teaches.

    Which Bible do Orthodox Christians use?

    Orthodox Christians use the 76-book canon, including the Septuagint and deuterocanonical books. Learn what makes the Orthodox Bible different and how the Septuagint is the Bible of the Apostles.

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