Venerable
Venerable Phnuphrius
November 27 Old CalendarDecember 10 New Calendar
Life
Phnuphrius was a contemporary of Saint Cassian (February 29) and a great Egyptian ascetic. He lived in the fourth century and struggled in various places, always fleeing from human praise. He had many disciples who strove to imitate the elevated example of their teacher.
From the Prologue from Ochrid by St. Nikolai Velimirovich, November 27. Translated by Marcian Sakarya, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Also commemorated on November 27
The full reading for November 27 includes the hymn of praise, a reflection, a contemplation and a homily.
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