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The entire Orthodox world venerates
the humble Russian monk, St. Seraphim of Sarov (1759 - 1833). First a meek
and labor-loving monk, later an ascetic recluse, and finally a spiritual
guide to thousands of the faithful in 19th-century Russia, St. Seraphim
remains one of the most beloved saints in his own land , and is known
universally as a miracle-worker and a glorious bearer of God's grace.
This richly illustrated Life of St. Seraphim, compiled by the
renowned spiritual writer and disciple of the Optina Elders, Helen
Kontsevitch, includes the Saint's astounding teaching on the acquisition
of the Holy Spirit and concludes with an account of his canonization in
1903.
The life of St. Seraphim is inextricably connected with the
creation of the Holy Trinity Convent of Diveyevo, under the spiritual
direction of the Mother of God. Today Diveyevo, having been resurrected
after decades of communist rule, serves as the home of St. Seraphim's
relics and as a center of grace and healing. As the accounts of the holy
nuns and pilgrims here testify, St. Seraphim continues his work at
Diveyevo even now, bringing joy to countless souls through his
intercession before the throne of God.
Includes:
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The Life of St. Seraphim of
Sarov, richly illustrated.
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St. Seraphim's teaching on
the acquisition o the Holy Spirit.
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The canonization of St.
Seraphim at Sarov Monastery, with illustrations.
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A pilgrimage to Diveyevo in
1926, shortly before its closure by the communists.
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Interesting accounts and
stories of Diveyevo Convent by Diveyevo nuns who lived in the Convent
before the revolution.
366 pages, 100 illustrations,
full-color cover, paperback, $17.00
ISBN 1-887904-37-9 |
