(pl. kathismata or kathismas) a division of the Psalter, originating in Palestinian usage: there are 20 k., each subdivided into three so-called antiphons. The prescriptions in the Typikon to read k. at designated moments of Vespers, Matins, and during Lent, at the Hours as well, reflect a predominantely monastic use.
Each of the twenty divisions of the Psalter.
a seat, usually the imperial seat; such a feature existed in the Hippodrome at Constantinople; the term is also used for special hymns in the Christian Church.
a small habitation, usually near the parent monastery, where one monk dwells alone
The twenty parts of the Psalter, each one subdivided by three stasis or antiphons. Palestinian monastic origin (St. Saba monastery).
One of twelve sections into which the Psalter is divided containing prophecies concerning the sufferings and death of the Saviour. During the reading of the Kathisma one may sit.
one of the twenty sections into which the Psalter is divided for use in Church services.
From the word kathizo I sit, these are selections from the Psalter, read at Vespers, Matins, and various other services, during which the Faithful are permitted to sit.
(Gr., kathisma from kathēsthmai, "to be seated"): each of the twenty section into which the Psalter is divided in the Orthodox Church; a short troparion or stanza sung or read at the end of each kathisma of the Psalter.