On the eve of Coptic Christmas (7 January), what is the name of the special liturgy celebrated in Coptic Orthodox churches that often runs past midnight and is preceded by a strict 43-day vegan fast?

• A The Kiahk Psalmody and Midnight Praises ✓
• B The Paschal Liturgy
• C The Good Friday Procession
• D The Theophany Blessing of Water

The Midnight Praises (Tasbeha) and the Kiahk Psalmody form the musical heart of the Coptic Nativity vigil on 6 January, sung entirely in the Bohairic Coptic language with hymns compiled during the month of Kiahk leading up to the feast.