Books
Explore Orthodox Christian books to deepen your understanding of the faith and Orthodox tradition.
Everyday Saints
by Archimandrite Tikhon
Pokrov Publications , 2013
A clear and comprehensive introduction to the spiritual life as understood in the Eastern Orthodox tradition.
On Acquisition of the Holy Spirit
by St. Seraphim of Sarov
A classic work within the Eastern Orthodox faith.
The Way of a Pilgrim
An anonymous Russian peasant of the nineteenth century sets out to seek the truth, attempting to follow St. Paul's command to "pray without ceasing." By chanting the Jesus Prayer ("Lord Jesus Christ have mercy on me"), he attains a greater intimacy with God. Generations of readers, including Christians of all persuasions, have benefited by reading of the pilgrim's attempts to discipline his mind toward a constant awareness of God's presence as manifested through Christ's mercy.
Theosis, The True Purpose of Human Life
by Archimandrite George Kapsanis
St. Herman of Alaska Brotherhood
This book, written by a renowned spiritual writer and abbot of Gregoriou Monastery, Mount Athos, concerns the most important question faced by every human being, namely, for what purpose were we created?