The Philokalia Volume 2: Saint John Cassian, Venerable Hesychius of Jerusalem, Venerable Nilus of Sinai, Saint Ephraim the Syrian, Saint John ... the Syrian (Orthodox Christian Publications) Paperback – November 3, 2025

The Philokalia Volume II - Revised and ExpandedTranslated from the Russian Edition of Saint Theophan the RecluseContinuing the Classic Orthodox Spiritual TreasuryThis second volume of Saint Theophan the Recluse's expanded Russian Philokalia presents the ascetic teachings of eight spiritual fathers whose writings have shaped Orthodox monastic and spiritual life for centuries. Saint Theophan's arrangement provides a systematic progression through the stages of spiritual warfare and growth.What Makes This Edition Unique:Complete and Unabridged: Every word faithfully rendered from Saint Theophan's Russian textExpanded Content: Includes writings not found in the Greek PhilokaliaModern, Flowing English: Reverent yet accessible translation that preserves the patristic voiceOrthodox Study Bible Citations: All Scripture references updated to OSB-NKJVSystematic Arrangement: Saint Theophan's thoughtful organization for progressive spiritual readingVolume II Contains:Saint John Cassian the Roman: Comprehensive survey of spiritual warfare, including detailed treatment of the eight principal passions and the relationship between grace and free willVenerable Hesychius of Jerusalem: Soul-profitable discourse on sobriety and prayerVenerable Nilus of Sinai: Instructions on prayer, including 153 chapters, and teachings on the eight spirits of wickednessSaint Ephraim the Syrian: Exhortations to repentance, outline of the ascetic life, and counsels on virtues and passionsSaint John Climacus: Ascetic lessons drawn from the Ladder of Divine Ascent on the progression from repentance to dispassionSaints Barsanuphius and John: Practical spiritual guidance through questions and answersVenerable Abba Dorotheus: Instructions on the monastic and spiritual lifeSaint Isaac the Syrian: Mystical teachings on prayer, solitude, and divine knowledge Read more