Prophecies and special prayers from the Psalms are read, often including the .
The priest leads the and the congregation recites Psalm 50 . Prophecies and special prayers from the Psalms are
These are the "Verses of the Cymbals" chanted at the beginning of the service while the priest raises incense. A notable verse used is "Kirie Eleyson, Neknai o Panouti" ("Lord have mercy, have mercy on us, O our God"). A notable verse used is "Kirie Eleyson, Neknai
The rite is a practical solution to the liturgical constraints of Holy Week. By praying over the entire congregation at once, the Church provides a "general" absolution and prayer for anyone who might pass away before the Resurrection (Easter). If someone does depart during these days, their body is brought to the church only for final prayers and litanies, as the incense and specific funeral prayers have already been fulfilled. If someone does depart during these days, their