PHILOKALIA MINISTRIES

On Ceasing to Live in Anticipation of Being Needed “I have often repented of having spoken, but never of having remained silent.” — Abba Arsenius A brother came to Abba Arsenius and said: “Father, I have withdrawn from many things. I no longer seek out company, nor do I involve myself in endless conversations. Yet my heart is not at rest.” The old man said, “Where is your heart?” The brother replied, “I do not know.” Arsenius said, “It is standing by the door.” The brother wa