Orthodox spirituality is rooted in its monastic heritage, together with its ongoing patristic lineage. 'Spirituality', in this Orthodox context, refers to the life of the Holy Spirit made the life of man through prayer, ascesis and labouring in the Christian virtues. Gathered here are a selection of resources that reflect upon this lived spirituality in Orthodoxy in its various aspects.

On prayer as the source from which all good comes

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A brief reflection on the nature of prayer as the source of all blessing in Christian endeavour.

A brief word on celibacy

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This text reflects on the nature of the celibate life, particularly as it is understood as a vocation granted by God.

Ascetic: Reflections on the Way of Self-Sacrifice

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A sustained dialogue, alternating between poem and reflection, recounting the interactions of a young diciple and an elder, on the contours of the ascetic life.

True Joy

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A brief reflection on the nature of true and spiritual joy.

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