Simeon of Athos: “The poorest man is the one who loves money the most.”

Monk Simeon of Athos He began his journey in the Holy Trinity Sergius Lavra. He is the author of the books “Birds of Heaven, or Journeys of the Soul in the Embrace of God”, “The Book Written in Sorrow, or Ascension to Heaven”, “The Road Illuminated by the Sun” and many others.





We invite you to get acquainted with the aphorisms of Simeon of Athos. The wisdom of a monk It motivates a person to look at his life in a new way, to better understand the path leading to salvation.





Simeon of Athos What's the rarest skill? The ability to give.

What's the best skill? Forgiveness.

What's the hardest skill? Silence.

What's the most important skill? The ability to ask.

What's the best skill? Listening skills.





What's the most unpleasant habit? Vanity.

What's the worst habit? Talking.

Which man is the strongest? One who understands the truth.

Which man is the weakest? Who thinks he's strong.

Which man is the smartest? Who watches his heart.





Which addiction is the most dangerous? Dependence on your body.

Which man is the poorest? The one who loves money the most.

Who is the closest person to God? Merciful.

How do you deal with trouble? Joy.

How can we resist suffering? Patience.

What is the sign of a healthy soul? Vera.





What man will never die? Someone who loves others.

What is the sign of a sick soul? Hopelessness.

What is the sign of wrong action? Irritation.

What is the sign of good deeds? Peace in the soul.

What man died alive? Indifferent.





Finally, listen to the choir of monks of Simon Peter Monastery, one of the largest monasteries on Mount Athos in Greece.

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This collection will certainly be interesting for those who are looking for answers to the main questions of their lives. It sheds light on the secrets of longevity and spiritual health of monks. Every answer is just a hint of something bigger.