Saint Abraham of Cyrrhus

A life of faith

Abraham came from Cyrrhus and lived an ascetic life before settling near Mount Lebanon. Some local people treated him harshly, but he responded by paying taxes they owed. The community later asked him to serve as their priest. After three years he left another priest in his place and returned to solitude. He subsequently became a bishop.

The Eastern Orthodox Church remembers saints in prayer and commemoration. Their lives offer examples for Christians learning to live their faith.

A reflection

Abraham invites reflection on practical generosity toward people with whom you have a difficult relationship.

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