by St. Ignatius BrianchaninovAs it is natural for the destitute to beg, it is natural for man, who has been reduced to poverty by the fall, to pray.Prayer is fallen and repentant man turning towards God. Prayer is the weeping of fallen and repentant man before God. Prayer is fallen man, slain by … [Read more...]
On The Powerful Influence A Mother Has Over Her Child
by St. Nectarios of AeginaThe upbringing of children must begin during infancy. This is necessary in order to direct the child’s powers of the soul—as soon as they begin to emerge—toward good, virtue, and truth, while simultaneously distancing them from evil, indecency, and falsehood.This age is the … [Read more...]
Do Orthodox Worship the Martyrs?
by St. Jerome of Stridonium"We do not worship the relics of the martyrs, but honor them in our worship of Him whose martyrs they are. We honor the servants in order that the respect paid to them may be reflected back to the Lord." … [Read more...]
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