Wisdom from Modern Orthodox Elders
“The Easter greeting I gave them was ‘I pray that the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ may raise up in our souls every noble and beautiful sentiment. And...
Quote for November 27
“When Christ is in our heart, we are content with everything: what has been discomfort to us becomes the greatest comfort, what was bitter to us becomes sweet, poverty...
Quote for November 26
“He scourges us with afflictions and trials so that He can draw us near Him; for He knows that through the sorrowful things of this present life man remains...
Wisdom from Modern Orthodox Elders
“Geronda emphasized that when we wake up our mind is at rest and clear. Since it is in such a calm state of clarity and quietude that is the...
Quote for November 25
“…the prayer is a duty for each one of the faithful, of every age, nationality, and status; without regard to place, time or manner. With the prayer di vine...
Is Turkey ISIS’ Best Friend?
“ISIS , in other words, is state-sponsored — indeed, sponsored by purportedly Western-friendly regimes in the Muslim world, who are integral to the anti-ISIS coalition…” (British Journalist and Analyst Nafeez Ahmed) ISIS Fanatics and...
Quote for November 24
“Never give a place to anger. Never allow a smile to be missing from your mouth, with joy for all things never leaving you. The heart of a gladdened...
Quote for November 23
“What is the number of these powers surrounding us? “Many,” answered Paganism. “One only,” answered Judaism and Islam. “One in Trinity,” answered #8221; (St. Nikolai Velimirovich in ‘Religious Spirit…’)
Quote for November 22
“The meaning of the word “Samurai” is “to serve”. In order to serve the good and love, one should have love and soul inside. A true warrior should have...
Reflection on the Gospel Theme for Sunday, November 22
From the Prologue of Saint Nikolai Velimirovich In the Monastery of the “Sleepless Ones,” there was great want during a year of famine. St. Marcellus, the abbot, received some...