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The question

In the Commemoration of the Saints in the Divine Liturgy of St. Basil, it states that "...this is the command of Your Only-Begotten Son, that we share in the commemoration of Your saints..." Where in the Holy Bible does our Lord Jesus Christ command us to commemorate our saints?

The answer

It is in the Holy Book of Hebrews 13:7, "Remember your leaders, those who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life, and imitate their faith."

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