“For none of us is judged for what he knows not, and no one is called blessed because he has … More
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“When someone mortifies his passions by the ascetic life, a divine ray shines in his heart and banishes all thoughts … More
Ode 1, Canon of St. Andrew Instead of the person Eve, I have within my inward being an “Eve” of … More
Instead of the person Eve, I have within my inward being an “Eve” of passionate thoughts which though seemingly sweet … More
Paesius, the brother of Poemen, loved one of the monks and Poemen did not like it. So he went and … More
“It is in accepting given situations, which requires a loving heart, that one encounters God.” – St. Seraphim Rose
A hermit said, ‘He who bears scorn and injury and loss with patience, can be saved.’ – Sayings of the … More
A hermit was asked how it was that some people said they had seen angels. He answered, ‘Blessed is he … More
The brothers surrounded John the Short when he was sitting in front of the church, and each of them asked … More
“A good life and faith in God is a great weapon.” – St. Antony of Egypt
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