Elder Nikon of Optina Christ 30 knots + 3 glass

30 knots + 3 glass beads for the Rule for the Rule of the Mother of God

rightly called a primer for spiritual life

there is hardly any veil separating this world from the other world

Author: Fr

Elder Nikon of Optina Christ 30 knots + 3 glassThe Elders of Optina Monastery have had a tremendous impact on Russian society, calling forth a nationwide blossoming of sanctity. During the course of a century, their prophecy and God illumined counsel attracted spiritual seekers from far and wide. Elder Nikon (Belyaev) (18881931) was the beloved disciple of Elder Barsanuphius of Optina for over five years, during which time he assimilated his spiritual fathers sanctity and teachings to such a