Calendar of Saints: Important Saturday for Orthodoxy - Who Celebrates on February 21
On February 21, the Orthodox Church commemorates Saint Timothy of Symbols and several other significant saints who shine through their faith and asceticism.
Saint Philothei: The Athenian New Martyr and What Connects Her to Philothei, Psychiko, and Kalogreza
The article discusses the life of Saint Philothei, an Athenian martyr celebrated on February 19, who was forced into marriage at a young age but ultimately chose a path of asceticism.
Calendar: Celebration of a great ascetic in Greece today - Who celebrates on February 7
On February 7, the Orthodox Church honors the memory of Saint Luke of Stiri, a significant ascetic figure in Greece and the patron of Central Greece.
Photis Kontoglou: the ascetic of art
This article discusses the life and artistic contributions of Photis Kontoglou, highlighting his unique approach to art as a form of asceticism.
Saint Simeon Stylites – Christian ascetic who lived an ascetic life on a pillar
Today marks the feast day of Saint Simeon Stylites, a 4th-5th century ascetic known for his pillar dwelling, who has inspired numerous literary, cinematic, and musical works by famous authors.