Theophonia the divine voice

Saint Ignatius Brianchaninov; translated and edited by the Monastery of the Paraclete

Ascetic Experiences, Volume 2

The volume opens with Christ’s call to deny oneself and take up the cross, followed by a dialogue about prayer. Later pieces address conscience, hypocrisy, the passions and recollection in spiritual life.

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Ιερά Μονή Παρακλήτου, Oropos Attica · 2009

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Key themes

  • Self-denial
  • Conscience and prayer

Questions for your reading

  • How does the opening explain taking up one’s cross in relation to self-will?

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Translation and editing credits: Ιερά Μονή Παρακλήτου (translation, editorial and electronic processing).