A memorable word by one of the greatest men of the 20th century: St. Paisios the Athonite (+1994). Here he exhibits his pain of heart for his fellow man, his boldness in speaking the truth in love, his spiritual illumination on things to come.
“We have to witness our faith with boldness, because if we continue to be silent we’ll have to answer in the end. In these difficult days each must do what’s in their power. Leave what’s out of their power to the will of God. In this way our conscience will be clear.
It’s unseemly to become angry in one’s own defense. Resisting evildoers is another matter, however, when it’s in defense of serious spiritual matters, when our holy faith, Orthodoxy, is concerned. Then it’s your duty. To think of others, to counter the blasphemers in order to defend one’s neighbor—this is pure, because it is carried out in love.
If you want to help the Church, then try to mend your own ways, rather than others’. In straightening yourself out you straighten out a particle of the Church. If everyone were to do that then the Church would be in perfect order. But today’s people attend to everything under the sun, only not to themselves, because it’s easy to teach others, while mending one’s own ways requires effort.
A Christian must not be a fanatic but have love in his heart for all.
He who throws words around carelessly, even true words, does evil.
And if someone receives the mark unknowingly?
It’d be better to say “uncaringly.” How can one be unknowing, when everything is crystal clear? And if a person doesn’t know, then he should become interested and find out. By accepting the mark, even unknowingly, a person loses Divine Grace and gives himself up to demonic influence.
Behind the “perfected credit card system,” behind “computerized security,” lurks worldwide dictatorship and the yoke of the Antichrist: And he causeth all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and bond, to receive a mark in their right hand or in their foreheads. And that no man might buy or sell, save he that had the mark, or the name of the beast, or the number of his name. Here is wisdom.
Our time is like a bubbling and steaming cauldron. One needs temperament, audacity, courage. Take care not to be caught unprepared, if something is to happen. Start getting ready now so that you’ll be able to resist difficulties.
There is no spiritual life without sacrifice.
Look after your health, but not to the degree where you begin to bow down before your peace and well-being. I’m not asking anyone to throw themselves headlong into dangerous adventures, but you have to have at least a bit of heroism, my brother!”
The icons from the thumbnail are from Dionysiou Monastery on Mount Athos:
https://athosweblog.com/2010/09/20/1113-dionysiou-the-portico-part-4-day-2-nr-15/
https://athosweblog.com/2010/10/17/1126-dionysiou-the-portico-part-5-day-2-nr-16/
Read the text here: http://apantaortodoxias.blogspot.com/2015/06/on-our-times-st-paisios-of-holy-mount.html
Christ says to church of Smyrna, “Be thou faithful unto death, and I will give thee a crown of life.” (Revelation 2:10)
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Thank you so much for your effort. Great message, a blessing to hear this message. May Our Lord bless you in all you're way you need it. Love from overseas, the Netherlands/Amsterdam.
How timely his holy words are!!!
SO TRUE …
Thank you for your loving rebuke Blessed Elder …
And Thank You for posting this …
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Absolutely encouraging! Lord help me not to be a coward!
Thank you very much for this. The lacking of heroism and painful self-sacrifice is sorely lacking in myself and society around us. I once held these ideals and strove to live for them but they've gotten lost over the years of increasing sin in myself and the world. His prophecies on the NWO, particularly the Z's, are very pertinent, especially with the recent events in the Holy Land.
I've listened to Priestmonk Kosmas and his talks on the lives and teachings on Sts. Paisios, Porphyrios and Nektarios. They are very close to us and the more I pay attention to and reflect on their words, the more I see how they help me to understand myself and the world around me. Could you please read more portions from the Spiritual Counsels series? These books are $45-50 each and not everyone who wants access to them can afford it.
Which volume of Spiritual Counsels is this from?
Woa, Thank you a ton for this!! I need to start finding ways to grow more heartfelt, audacious, and self sacrificing.. it sounds like it will be seriously IMPORTANT!!
Also, @Orthodox Wisdom, if you don’t mind, do you have an email address you don’t mind sharing? I wanted to share some work I’ve been doing, and wondered if you were interested?
I have probably spent over 1500 hours on it.
Thank you for your work! I really appreciate your channel. God bless you
jesus King DARK DAYS IS COMING. Woe to you, O religious scholars, experts of [God's orders and prohibitions]! You took the key to the information door away. You did not enter this door yourself, and you prevented those who wanted to enter. (Luke, 11:52) ..VERY IMPORTANT.You will soon find out that these words are real..When the war starts, if you ask God forgiveness, it won't be accepted.. Very important information. You say they took us to hell in the presence of God . why don't you use your mind ? .All beauties are waiting for you, you will be very happy . nothing will be the same as my words may sound like a joke to you i'm god's revenge sword..They will learn this too .THE Wrath of God has come. you need a mind to understand Damn those who slander God and deny their words . Except for those who believe in the words of God and obey her commands .There are many who want to go to hell. I only report the facts . fame, money won't save you . obedience to god only saves . You are waiting for God's punishment, you will love it very much.. the punishment is too close .I guess nobody wants to get rid of…I am doing my duty The knowledge given by the devil is .Nostradamus's prophecy is frightening 3rd World War and Turkey. watch with subtitles It also describes the expected savior
If religious scholars had knowledge, he would not remain without faith.. imam mahdı the cats get precise information about the existence of god.undeniable evidence
. I warned the devil side before people…they obeyed what I said..they do whatever I say..they fear god…Can you think about what to do?.the enemy of god is my enemy..give up slandering god..don't say she didn't say. scholars of religion you are waiting for god's torment, don't worry too close …you will learn the cost of slander god MATTA 24-27 “Woe to you scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! You look like whitewashed graves that look beautiful on the outside, but are filled with dead bones and all kinds of filth. 28 You appear outwardly towards people, but inside you are full of hypocrisy and malice..Let those who do not obey what I say burn in hell forever.. I am your order . obedience to me is obedience to god ..You are an enemy of God, as long as you don't do what the god says.. Angel writes what she does .. the end of many is very close..you ignore the facts… are you ready for the torture of god… scholars you are going to hell..you are taking people to hell..ask god forgiveness..tell people the truth..otherwise wait for god's punishment..I am the light of god..I show you the way of salvation..I was written in the scriptures..She brought out a powerful savior for us from David's line (Luke, 1: 69-71)save your loved ones and yourself..god will take revenge… I am the savior written in the scriptures….
God's punishment has come, you don't even realize, the world has cheated on you
estas llevando gente al infierno .no ocultes los hechos .Soy el ultimo estímulo.. .Jesucristo no está muerto, dijiste ¿por qué está muerto?.aprender los hechos ..mensaje del salvador..sálvate a ti mismo y a tus seres queridos del tormento eterno
Jesus não está morto..a chegada dele está muito perto
Иисус не умер, его прибытие очень близко..3 мировые войны и факты.сообщение спасителя
Ісус Христос не помер, написано його від'їзд..3 світові війни..факти, які ви знаєте
Great job
Everything he said will happen is currently happening today biden said the ones who are unvaxxed will pay also the social credit score/covid passport is being pushed on us there are rockets falling all around Jerusalem one will hit the mosque ST Paisos is talking about the time is very near LORD have mercy
I usually don't comment on YouTube videos but what he said about the destruction of the mosque and the rebuilding of the temple is chilling.
Lord Jesus Christ have mercy on us.
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Do you have resources to list, I am interested in looking into this more
From Misión Cruz Hermitage in Somerset, Texas. Blessings to you and your viewers.
I dont see how a tatoo or similar will affect our souls or whether we get to heaven surely faith and good works is what we need. A strong soul could bear the mark of the beast and still be saved if they live life well?
War doesnt sound anything like christ, christ died in nonviolence on his part…. war is an act of violence and there are passages in the bible that warn against war if it can be avoided.
Godlessness and blasphemy are allowed to appear on television and the Church is silent and doesn't excommunicate the blasphemers.
The American bishops want to be admired by the luciferian media even as the godless feminists push for abortion on demand.
It is time for holy priests and devout members of the laity to come together as the Church Militant.
Awesome message, great wisdom, God bless you 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you, your channel is fantastic. God bless!
You realize that St. Porphyrios (to whom St. Paisios deferred) chastised St. Paisios for the "Beast/666” 'prophecy'. In the actual Orthodox world, beyond new converts, it's understood that not every utterance from a Saint is automatically a prophecy. St. Paisios had been unduly Influenced by Dispensationalist/Protestant propaganda about "The Beast Machine/UPC Codes" circulating in Greece at the time. It's not actually Orthodox, and, again, St. Porphyrios had to confront St. Paisios over the prognosticating. And, yes, I have this, and several other books by St. Paisios. Just remember, he's writing to a Greek audience, not everything he said/wrote was aimed-at/suitable-for an American audience.
This was a really nice video with very relevant content! Thank you very much. Please continue to post more videos like this!
@Orthodox Wisdom This video strikes a good balance between contemporary issues and timeless wisdom. Thank you, OW
The vaccines are encouraged by Priests . The Apostasy begins in The Church because of the ecclesiastical free masons within The Church
Has anyone heard of the St Malachy prophecy of the Popes? It is a Catholic prophecy, but it is spot on and matches with the Book of Revelation, and Pope Francis is most likely, the end times False Prophet.
O help me I'm in such need I feel that you aren't listening now understand unanswered prayer and why you say no, but help me ignore those that delight their power over me and how satan uses them over me, Amen
More of St. Paisios, his words are always to be heard.
Do you know of any early Church Fathers who commented on what the End times will be like? Specifically do they mention things such as events happening in Israel such as the crowning of the Anti-Christ in a one world government scheme with a new religion? Thankyou my brother in advanced <3