What we mean when we say "Memory Eternal"

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"Rest In Peace" is as common in the Western world as "May their memory be eternal" in the East. It's a phrase that goes back centuries, but what do Orthodox Christians actually mean when they say it?
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Steve from Be the Bee talks about "Memory Eternal: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiCHBmHNoPs
"Memory Eternal" being chanted in English at a Church in the USA: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPD2UEN4XgA
A short article explaining 'Eternal Memory' written by Saint Nicholai Velimirovich: https://pemptousia.com/2021/03/what-does-the-phrase-eternal-memory-mean/

"Memory Eternal" a book on grief and bereavement, how it is approached in the Orthodox Church, with advice and wisdom to guide you through it all. It's written by Dr Sarah Byrne-Martelli, I'm currently reading it and appreciating it. Ebook link: https://orthodoxchristianebooks.com/memory-eternal-living-with-grief-as-orthodox-christians/ Physical book link: https://store.ancientfaith.com/memory-eternal-living-with-grief-as-orthodox-christians/


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