St. Isaac the Syrian

Syriac Fathers · 7th century

  1. “This life has been given to you for repentance; do not waste it in vain pursuits.”

    — Ascetical Homilies, Homily 1 (Holy Transfiguration Monastery)

  2. “Be at peace with your own soul; then heaven and earth will be at peace with you.”

    — Ascetical Homilies, Homily 34 (Holy Transfiguration Monastery)

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