Coptic Monasticism... Where the Journey Begins
Angels are a light for monks, and the monastic life is a light for all men. ~Saint John Climacus
Life of Praise
What is more blessed than to imitate the chorus of angels here on earth; to arise for prayer at the very break of day and honour the Creator with hymns and songs. ~ Saint Basil the Great
Life of Thanksgiving
Lips that utter frequent thanksgivings shall be blessed by God, and the grateful heart is visited by grace. ~ St. Isaac the Syrian
Life of Repentance
This life has been given to you for repentance. Do not waste it on vain pursuits. ~ St. Isaac the Syrian
Life of Contemplation
I have seen lanterns of fire surrounding the monks and a multitude of angels with burning swords in their hands guarding them and I heard the voice of the holy God saying “Do Not Leave them as long as their ways are straight.” ~Saint Anthony the Great
The Heavenly Life
The orientation of the monk is towards heaven, towards the life of another world. For this reason they are frequently referred to as 'earthly angels'; for while dwelling on earth they live as true citizens of heaven. To visit them is to visit the earthly paradise.~The Sayings of the Desert Fathers
