Venerable · 1866–1938
Silouan the Athonite
Venerable Silouan of Mount Athos
New Calendar September 24 Old Calendar October 7
Why they are a saint
Silouan the Athonite was a russian peasant who became an Athonite monk; his writings on the love of God for all, including enemies, are widely read. The years given for this life are 1866–1938. The Church honors the monastic struggle in which he finished his life.
Patronage / why chosen as patron
Orthodox Christians usually take Silouan the Athonite as a patron when they bear the name Silouan; Siluan at baptism, or were born or baptized near the feast on September 24. Those who share his calling as a monastic also ask his prayers.
Prayer
O holy Silouan the Athonite, pray to God for us.
A short general prayer to a saint, not a liturgical text. No public-domain troparion for this saint is included.