Elder Nikon of OptinaThe 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. Elder Nikon (Belyaev) (18881931) was the beloved disciple of Elder Barsanuphius of Optina for over five years, during which time he assimilated his spiritual fathers sanctity and teachings to such a

and his life and his words have been a source of grace and instruction for all

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preaching repentance and faith in Christ to those on earth

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