Orthodox Prayer Ropes

If you've never read the life of Hieromartyr Hilarion (Troitsky), we highly recommend it. You won't be disappointed. ☦️

The Life of Holy Hieromartyr Hilarion (Troitsky), Archbishop of Verey. Metropolitan John (Snychev) of St. Petersburg and Ladoga (†1995) One of the most eminent figures of the Russian Orthodox Church in the 1920s was Archbishop Hilarion of Verey, an outstanding theologian and extremely talented individual. Throughout his life he burned with great love for the Church of Christ, right up to his martyric death for her sake. His literary...

Tell me, in one word, what you think of when you see this?

Some Orthodox Christians don't understand Liturgical vestments. They're confused by them. Or they fail to see the deeper meaning. Next time you see a Priest, a Deacon, or even a Reader, look at their shoes. Common, every day, modern shoes. Then look up. Otherworldly.

There's a beauty in Doubting Thomas. Do you see it? ☦️

The moment you realize you bought another VEGAN chocolate bar instead of a MILK CHOCOLATE bar for your basket. 🤣🤯💥☦️