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Be vigilant in attending to yourself, … that you may set God before you at all times. - Barsanuphius
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About Barsanuphius
Barsanuphius (died c. 545), was a Christian hermit and writer of Egyptian origin in the sixth century who is venerated as a saint by various Christian churches. While he was living as a hermit close to Gaza at the monastery of Seridus, he became a famous spiritual director with many disciples (such as Dorotheus of Gaza) who asked him for his guidance. In response, he wrote, together with his fellow hermit John the Prophet, over 800 letters which influenced in particular Byzantine and Slavic monasticism.
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To renounce one’s own will is a sacrifice of blood. It means that one has reached the point of laboring to death and of ignoring one’s own will. The statement ‘Behold, we have left everything and have followed you’ is about perfection; it is not about property and small amounts of money, but about thoughts and desires. You, however, have not yet come to this perfection; when you approach there, you will hear what you have to do. For the time being, simply remain carefree in all matters and concerns. As for your property, keep it for now for your nurture. The Lord Jesus Christ will bring you to that ineffable joy; for he is eternal light. Amen.
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