Tag: mercy

“A fat belly does not make for a refined mind.” – St. Gregory the Theologian (painting: Jacques de I’Ange, Gluttony)

I know, Savior, that none other has, as I have, sinned against You. nor done the deeds that I have … More

A hermit said, ‘He who is praised and honoured above what he deserves suffers grievous loss. He who receives no … More

orthodoxgladness: Remember death and never sin. I am torn amidst a sea of change. The events of life that I … More

“Where there is humility, there is no depression.” – St. Porphyrios

“Where there is humility, there is no depression.” – St. Porphyrios

“The good person out of the good treasure of his heart produces good, and the evil person out of his … More

orthodoxgladness: Learn such faith in God to breathe Him like air.  – St. John of Kronstadt How close do I … More

“If you give your heart to Him, there will be no room for the other things.” – St. Porphyrios (painting: … More

“Do not try at all costs to make yourselves understood by people. This could lead to deplorable dereliction of duty. … More