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Where to Begin with Saint Tikhon
Discover his reflections on everyday life, sermons, and teachings on the Christian life. Find the right book to begin with.
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Rare Orthodox Writings.
Discover Orthodox writings appearing in English for the first time, alongside hard-to-find works brought back into print. Explore books from Russian, Greek, Georgian, Slavonic, Syriac, and Romanian traditions.
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Prayer and Watchfulness
Explore the Jesus Prayer and the practice of watchfulness through readings from Maximus, Theophan, and the Optina elders.
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A Guide to Orthodox Theology
Begin with Cyril of Jerusalem, John of Damascus, and Maximus the Confessor, with context and suggested chapters to read.
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A Spiritual Treasury Gathered from the World: Reflections on the Christian Life
Abbess Thaisia of Leushino: The Life and Spiritual Journey of a Disciple of St. John of Kronstadt
An Exact Exposition of the Orthodox Faith: The Classic Systematic Guide to Orthodox Doctrine
Ancient Monastic Rules: The Rules of St. Pachomius, St. Basil, St. John Cassian, and St. Benedict, Collected by St. Theophan the Recluse
Ascetical Experiences: On Prayer, Watchfulness, and Guarding the Heart
Ascetical Sermons: On Repentance, Prayer, Fasting, and the Spiritual Struggle
Destroy the Wiles of Our Enemies: Selected Writings from the Diaries of Archbishop Nikon Rozhdestvensky
Faithful unto Death: Lives of Orthodox Martyrs
