"Elder Joseph was a poor hermit who lived in caves far from society, yet he became one of the Orthodox Church's most influential figures of the twentieth century by kindling a revival of the Jesus prayer. He was an exceptional phenomenon in these contemporary days of spiritual poverty, and his life emits the fragrance of sanctity. The providence of God arranges that there will be such heroes in every generation so that there will always be inspiring examples." - Elder Ephraim

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This is the most complete biography of Elder Joseph the Hesychast, one of the most important figures of Athonite monasticism in the twentieth century. The book presents previously unpublished stories about Elder Joseph’s brotherhood and his other spiritual children, his spiritual counsels, struggles, and miracles after his holy repose. Includes B/W and color photographs.