Elder Anthony of Optina

Elder Anthony of OptinaFr. Clement Sederholm The 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. Among the first Optina Elders was Elder Anthony (Putilov) (17951865), who, together with his brother Elder Moses, came to Optina after living for years in silence and prayer in a

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