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“Understand two thoughts, and fear them. One says, "You are a saint," the other, "You won't be saved." Both of these thoughts are from the enemy, and there is no truth in them. But think this way: I am a great sinner, but the Lord is merciful. He loves people very much, and He will forgive my sins.”

Quote by Silouan the Athonite

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Silouan the Athonite

Saint Silouan the Athonite (1866-1938), born Simeon Ivanovich Antonov, was a Russian Orthodox monk and spiritual writer. He came from a peasant family in Tambov, Russia, served in the military, and entered the St. Panteleimon Monastery on Mount Athos in 1892. Known for his deep spiritual experiences and teachings on humility and love, his writings, compiled in 'The Collected Works of Saint Silouan,' have influenced many Orthodox Christians. He died in 1938 and was canonized by the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople in 1987. Saint Silouan is revered as a modern spiritual father, emphasizing inner peace and prayer for all humanity. more

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