The founders of the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra Antony and Feodosii will protect from troubles if they pray on September 15

Saints. Antony and Theodosius important figures in the Orthodox religion. It is believed that they became the founders of one of the most famous shrines in Europe. We are talking about the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. September 15 in the Orthodox calendar celebrates the Day of Remembrance of St. Anthony and Theodosius. Let us remember the life of these once simple people who devoted themselves to the service of the Most High and ascended to him in the form of the saints.



Antony and Theodosius Antony were Antipos in the world and were interested from an early age. spiritually. However, then in the territory of Kievan Rus Orthodoxy only increased. To learn proper service to God, Antipus went to Mount Athos. The local life of the monks so impressed him that there the young man took tonsure as a monk, and also got a new name.

But then Antony is sent to his homeland to help by his example. Kievan monks and preached Orthodoxy. Anthony first returned, but then went back to Athos. The second time the monk stayed, but the local order still seemed to him extremely mild and in comparison with Athos did not go.



Then the monk Anthony settled in one of the caves on the picturesque bank of the Dnieper. Numerous prayers and fasts led to Anthony not only ordinary people, but also new followers. Among them was the young Theodosius. Antony refused to accept it, because the guy was only about 20 years old. But Theodosius convinced Antony and later became a faithful companion and supporter of a wise monk.



During the life of Antony and Theodosius in the territory of the future Kiev-Pechersk Lavra The caves grew and became upset. The reason for this was also Anthony’s desire to live separately from other monks. In addition, the priests did not always tolerate what was happening in the public life of the city.

The monks had good relations with some princes. For example, with Yaroslav the Wise, who honored and respected the new Christian faith. While Prince Izyaslav even threatened to close the monastery and disperse the monks. The views of the clergy and the lay people were too different.

Theodosius eventually became a Pechersk hegumen. His brethren grew to 100, and the monks began to pray in their tiny church. Anthony blessed the construction of a new church. There is a legend that the place for the construction of the holy place Anthony was indicated by the Almighty in dreams. Whatever it was, it was built in 1087. Dormition Cathedral - the main temple of the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra.



The sincere prayer of St. Anthony is revered as the founder of monasticism in Kievan Rus, while Theodosius sincerely served his teacher and organized monastic life in every possible way. Saints can be asked for help in work, business, family business, complicated life history.

“The Reverend Our Teacher, Wise Father Anthony. You are in heaven when we call you from the earth. We hope for your help, Monk Elder Theodosius, we believe and trust in you. Protect us, O Theodosius and Antony. Help us sinners to be cleansed through repentance. To be worthy of God’s mercy and forgiveness.



St. Anthony and St. Theodosius, pray to God for us to grant His mercy. To send crops to our land. He illuminated our heads with pure thoughts. Let His blessings be turned into our prayers. Cover with your protection, Reverend Elders, our cities and our children. Let us pray in the name of God. Amen.



Saint Anthony and Theodosius of the Caves, if possible, church September 15 and pray to Antony and Theodosius in the temple. After all, they became the founders of monastic life in Russia. It will not be superfluous to bring fresh autumn flowers to the temple, as well as to give to those in need. Even if this is not possible, do not forget that this is a very important holiday. Try to spend it in a good mood and with pure thoughts.