Ορθοδοξία

A lot of people take God’s silence to mean that He doesn’t exist or that He’s dead. But if we thought about the position we put God in with our passions, we’d realize that that He has no choice but to keep silent. Ιf we turn to Him in repentance He comes quickly, faster than we expected. Knowing our needs, He often gets there before us.

Elder Sophrony of Essex

When we see the sinfulness of others, we should look into our own heart and ask ourselves: ‘Am I without sin? Isn’t there the same passion inside me as I see in my brother or sister?’.

Saint Luke the Doctor

To become an Orthodox Christian, you must accept that the center of the world is not you but Christ.

Elder George Gregoriatis (Kapsanis)

Just as God sheds His light on all people, let those who imitate Him radiate common and equal love towards everyone.

Saint Basil the Great

Prayer is a help in our life, a conversation with God, an abandonment of earthly cares, an ascent into heaven. It’s the generic medication for all the passions and is able to protect us from them. It gives life, the promise of health and is a hope-bearing blossom. Prayer’s a great weapon, a great fastness, a great treasure, a great harbour, a safe haven.

Saint Nectarios of Pentapolis

f you want to be saved, your heart has to be in a state of repentance and contrition. When people try to have a humble heart and a peaceful mind, then none of the machinations of the enemy is set in motion. Because where there’s peace of mind, God Himself is at rest.

Saint Saint Seraphim of Sarov

Take up your cross and know that, whatever you suffer is known to God... The more we suffer, the more beautiful is the garland of glory that’s woven for us.

Elder Ephraim of Arizona

The grace provided by the holy sacraments is so great that it has the power to cleanse and renew each person.

Saint Saint Seraphim of Sarov

You’re in a dark room and waving your arms trying to get rid of the darkness. But darkness isn’t dispelled like that. Open a window to let some light in and only then will the darkness flee. It’s light that expels darkness. So let’s study Scripture, the lives of the Saints, and the Fathers. That’s the light that will get rid of the dark.

Saint Porphyrios of Kavsokalyvia

The tears of gratitude of the poor that were shed for the help you gave them will be bright pearls for you in your life after the grave.

Saint Arsenie Boca