Saint Silouan the Athonite

Author: Saint Sophrony of Essex

Description:
“Saint Silouan the Athonite” is a rich and inspiring introduction to the life and teachings of Saint Silouan the Athonite, compiled by his spiritual child, Archimandrite Sophrony. The book combines a detailed account of Silouan’s life on Mount Athos with selections of his own spiritual writings, gathered from notes he recorded during his years of prayer and struggle.

The first part explores his journey from a humble peasant to a monk deeply committed to prayer, inner stillness, and love for all people. The second part presents Silouan’s reflections on prayer, humility, grace, repentance, and love: themes that are both deeply Orthodox and genuinely human in tone.

This book is especially valuable for those looking to go beyond basics and encounter Orthodox spirituality through an authentic, lived example. Its mix of biography and teaching helps readers see how deep prayer and love can grow in everyday life, even amidst struggle.