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(Poet)
Saint Gregory Narekatsi is an Armenian mystical and lyrical poet, monk, and theologian venerated as a saint in the Armenian Apostolic and Catholic Churches. He was educated and ordained, serving at Narekavank on Lake Van's shores. His Book of Lamentations is a renowned piece of mystical literature, widely used as a confessional prayer book. Saint Gregory Narekatsi is considered a significant theological and literary figure in Armenian tradition, with his works profoundly impacting Armenian literature and shaping the literary landscape for generations.
