This Saint was Chose by God from a very young age, as was St David the King. Aba Bishoy in his later life took vows to monastisism. St. Ephrem the Syrian visited him, Emperor Constantine and Jeremiah the prophet appeared to him in visions. St. Bishoy saw our Lord Jesus Christ on several occasions. On… Continue reading St.Bishoy the Great Egyptian Father
Category: Ascetic & Monastic
St. Takle Haymanot
Abba Takle Haymanot is a revered figure in the Tewahedo Church. he performed several miracles from a young age. He was hailed as a god, but he humbly redirected praise to the One True God. He dedicated his life to God and spent his entire time in prayer till he lost his leg, penance and… Continue reading St. Takle Haymanot
Saint Ephrem the Syrian
Saint Ephrem the Syrian is beloved and honored by all traditions of the church’s as a Holy Father, Doctor, Hermit and Deacon. He lived in the 4rd century and was ordained Deacon by Saint Basil, he refused any other episcopate offered by Saint Basil and chose to be a hermit. He made important contributions to… Continue reading Saint Ephrem the Syrian
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