Definitions for "Synaxis"
An assembly usually of the Apostles, or of the Archangels - a feast celebrated in the Orthodox Church on November 8. In Greek churches, a public meeting for worship.
a meeting of the representatives of the Athonite monasteries held at Karyes usually three times a year (Christmas, Easter, and the Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin on August 15)
Literally, "gathering" or "assembly." Synaxis is the word used for the ancient Greek Senate. The first part of the Divine Liturgy is called the synaxis because the faithful gather to sing, to hear the Scriptures read, and to hear the homily. The saints' days are also called a synaxis, such as the Synaxis of St. Michael and all the angels.
A congregation; also, formerly, the Lord's Supper.