Monthly Archives: August 2015

A Rule of Prayer

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Administrator

You cannot as yet defend yourself in this manner; but always meditate inwardly and say the daily prayers laid down by the holy fathers. By this I mean, try to recite the Third, Sixth, and Nineth Hours, Vespers and the … Continue reading →

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Pray ceaslessly

Posted on August 23, 2015 by Administrator

Whether it is at night or during the day that ….. put aside your own rule, and reach towards God with all your strength, cleaving to Him. Continue reading →

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Spending time with God

Posted on August 16, 2015 by Administrator

Our intellect often finds it hard to endure praying because of the straightness and concentration which this involves.. Continue reading →

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The Burning of the Spirit

Posted on August 9, 2015 by Administrator

What you need most in your present position is solitude, prayer, and meditation. Continue reading →

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The heavenly mountain

Posted on August 2, 2015 by Administrator

Come, all peoples, and believe. Let us climb the holy and heavenly mountain; free from materiality, let us stand in the city of the living God and behold with our intellect the immaterial godhead of the Father and the Spirit … Continue reading →

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