A Stranger on the Earth (Chronicles of the Desert Episode 2)

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The third episode in our “Chronicles of the Desert” series introduces us to Abba Bessarion. Abba Bessarion lived in Egypt in the fourth century. He withdrew into the desert at a young age and was initiated into the angelic life by St. Anthony the Great. He was later a disciple of St. Macarius the Great before becoming a wandering solitary. The following video was based on sayings collected by his disciple Doulas and recorded in "The Sayings of the Desert Fathers." One of his sayings was that "The monk ought to be as the Cherubim and the Seraphim: all eye." No doubt he became "all eye" through his strict asceticism and by following the commandments of Christ to the fullest. More videos coming soon!

ROMANIAN Subtitles graciously provided by Mihai Lita.

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[remmingtonstewart]

As strangers on this Earth, let us all strive for Christ and His Kingdom!

[eddierodriguez]

I love these videos so much, they are humbling to watch and everything about them is perfect. From the music, to the narrator's voice, to the art work, and of course these wonderful stories of Holy Christian Saints. Thank you so much for all of these. Glory to the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit!

[tyxikosgatopoulos]

As an Orthodox priest and monk I can confess that these short films bring me to tears at the thought of my inadequacy and unworthiness. All you saints pray to God for us.

[josephjude]

These videos bring my mind up to Christ. Spending the whole day in the world; these videos refresh me. Thanks!

[masreshalegese]

I thanks Lord for giving such Humble Fathers.

[wagdywilliam]

Jesus is nearly coming. He is at the door, but when no one knows. Father is the only one who knows the time. But we should all be ready. Pray not to go into temptations. Lord save us.

[boyar]

Praise be to the Lord ! Слава му на Бога - Света Троица.

[Craines]

These are wonderfully done...thank you and God bless!

[remmingtonstewart]

Hello my Orthodox Brothers and Sisters in Christ! Greetings!
From the bottom of my heart I would ask to forgiveness from each and every one of you for ever speaking ill of you and the hatred I ever had in my against you. A little story, a long time ago, someone, who is Orthodox had told me I was going to burn in Hell and that I should be ashamed for being Catholic. And ever since then, I have carried that with me, and took out my anger against your Church and its laity and clergy alike. From the bottom of my heart, i apologize, and ask your forgiveness! Pray for me, the worst of sinners!

HRISTOS VOSKRESE!
CHRISTOS ANESTI
CHRIST IS RISEN!

[mrchips]

These stories are so encouraging! I love the illustrations and the narration! I am a simple man and I can remember these short stories and the example of the saints impact me more than weighty texts written primarily for monastics! Thank you for making the lives of the desert saints available and memorable for this generation of You tube watchers!

[vicnababa]

Thank you! Looking forward to the next post

[evagrius]

Wonderful series on the Desert Fathers. As a long time scholar of the Desert Fathers in particular as well as ancient Christianity in general, I am so happy that these are available to bless not only myself, but especially others who are wandering spiritually into the teachings of the Desert for the first time. May God bless you in all of your endeavors with this series.

[vickykentrota]

Beautiful videos with Divine wisdom.Thank you.

[juliepaine]

Thank you. Another inspiring video. We need these accounts of the Saints so desperately.

[Yrhfjognsodflxabcdef]

I enjoy these videos keep doing them regularly. ☦️

[danielrosas]

Abba Father help us to be close to Jesus Christ just as Jesus Christ was closed to You. Thank you Jesus Christ for your sacrifice for our redemption and salvation. Amen

[Firestar_Ath]

Pray for us saints and brethren me and my family we seek God's love . I will pray for you and your families trisagion films

[annamarkarian]

I need you Lord ♥️☦️♥️forgive me please 🌹🌹🌹🕊️

[danielrosas]

RISE UP AND GO FORTH
IN JESUS HOLY NAME.AMEN. THANK YOU JESUS CHRIST FOR YOUR SACRIFICE FOR OUR REDEMPTION AND SALVATION. AMEN

[josephmwangingure]

Amen my God icant grant me grace tooo crucify my passions