“Living in the house of God is living in a state of constant ecstasy, in which we always experience the … More
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“There is never an hour in which the light is not revealed in the darkness, never a death that cannot … More
“Every human being is a unique and original phenomenon.” – Archimandrite Sophrony
Amoun of Nitria came to Antony, and said to him, ‘I see that I have more to suffer than you; … More
“Everything spiritual and mystical is indescribable.” – The Watchful Mind, by a Monk on Mount Athos
“The more your heart is purified by the [Jesus] prayer and your mind enlightened by ever-flowing tears, the more you … More
A brother asked a hermit, ‘Suppose there are two monks: one stays quietly in his cell, fasting for six days … More
“According to the amount of sweetness with which you are sweetened by the divine wonders of your Christ, so much … More
“The more you draw near to God by doing his holy commandments, the more you recognize just how far you … More
“A contrite heart precedes the visitation of divine grace.” – The Watchful Mind, by a Monk on Mount Athos (painting: … More
