Tahini Cake (No Oil, Simple)
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A Man Starving to Death Feels No Hunger
By Hieromonk Tikhon The ancient Greek word “Economy” (Οἰκονομία) means ‘the management or administration of a household or family,’ from οἶκος, meaning “house,” and νέμω, meaning “distribute, allocate.” All the work done in a household is done for a purpose,…
The Fast of the Holy Apostles
Wishing everyone a blessed beginning of the Fast of the Holy Apostles which begins tomorrow! This beautiful and often-overlooked season of fasting invites us to honour the labours, sacrifices, and preaching of the Holy Apostles. This fast has a special…
The Feast of the Seven Maccabees: Martyrs for the Holy Fast
Today, as the Church commemorates the Holy Martyrs—the Seven Maccabees (their names are usually cited by Orthodox sources as Abim, Antonius, Gurias, Eleazar, Eusebonus, Alimus and Marcellus, or variations of these) their mother Solomonia, and their teacher Eleazar—we are reminded…
Sharing with You One of our Monastery’s Classical Recipes
Fasting (with Oil) Zucchini Fritters Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis, grated 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons fresh mint, finely chopped 1 cup all-purpose flour Salt and pepper to taste (We like to add other spices…
Start Collecting Recipes for the Fast of the Holy Apostles
Here’s a traditional Greek recipe for Fasolakia (Greek-style green beans) that is perfect for the first day of fasting: Fasolakia (Greek-style Green Beans) Ingredients: Instructions: Serving: This dish is not only delicious but also a great way to begin your…
Concerning Satiation by St. Basil the Great
The grace of satiation stands at the belly, while the grace of fasting elevates the profit of the soul.
Sermon on the Seven Maccabee Brothers (1 August)
by + B. P. Today, we begin a period of fasting. In some ways, this brings a certain sadness to us due to the solemnity and struggle of holy fasting. However, the Holy Church today finds a way to bring…
